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Best 48801 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,147 students in 48801, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48801, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48801 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 48801, MI 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 48801, MI Public Elementary Schools (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 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48801 Michigan

48801, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Alma Adultalternative Education High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1500 Pine Ave
Alma, MI 48801
(989) 463-3111
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Gtec Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
327 East Center St
Alma, MI 48801
(989) 466-4832
Gr: 9-12
Resd Gratiot County (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
1010 West Van Buren Rd
Alma, MI 48801
(989) 828-7373
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48801, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48801, MI include Hillcrest Elementary School, Donald L Pavlik Middle School and Pine Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48801?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48801.
What is the racial composition of students in 48801?
48801 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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