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Best Alma Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,122 students in Alma, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alma, MI are Hillcrest Elementary School, Donald L Pavlik Middle School and Pine Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alma, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Alma have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Alma, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
515 E Elizabeth St
Alma, MI 48801
(989) 463-3111
Gr: 1-3 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Donald L Pavlik Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 Pine Ave
Alma, MI 48801
(989) 463-3111
Gr: 6-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Pine Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1025 Pine Ave
Alma, MI 48801
(989) 463-3111
Gr: 4-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Alma, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alma, MI include Hillcrest Elementary School, Donald L Pavlik Middle School and Pine Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Alma?
3 public elementary schools are located in Alma.
What is the racial composition of students in Alma?
Alma public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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