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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 48429 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,208 students in 48429, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48429, MI are Durand Area High School, Durand Middle School and Robert Kerr School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48429 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48429, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 48429, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Durand Area High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9575 E Monroe Rd
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-2684
Gr: 9-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Durand Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9550 E Lansing Rd
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-3435
Gr: 6-8 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Robert Kerr School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
9591 E Monroe Rd
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-2805
Gr: 2-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Bertha Neal School
930 W Main St
Durand, MI 48429
(989) 288-2016
Gr: PK-1 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 48429, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48429, MI include Durand Area High School, Durand Middle School and Robert Kerr School.
How many public schools are located in 48429?
4 public schools are located in 48429.
What is the racial composition of students in 48429?
48429 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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