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Best 48820 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,167 students in 48820, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48820, MI are David Scott Elementary School, Dewitt Middle School and Herbison Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48820 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48820, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 48820, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David Scott Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
804 Wilson St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3400
Gr: 2-3 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2957 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Herbison Woods Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3147 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3300
Gr: 4-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Schavey Road Elementary School
1721 Schavey Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3500
Gr: PK-1 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48820 Michigan

48820, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Fuerstenau Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
205 West Washington St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3460
Gr: PK-K

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48820, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48820, MI include David Scott Elementary School, Dewitt Middle School and Herbison Woods Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48820?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48820.
What is the racial composition of students in 48820?
48820 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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