For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,540 students in 48843, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 165 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 48843, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48843, MI are Pathway School, Northwest Elementary School and Southwest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48843 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48843, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48843, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pathway School
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1429 W Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-6240
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-6240
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Northwest Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1233 Bower St
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6297
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6297
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
915 Gay St
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6288
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6288
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Hartland Virtual Academy
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9525 E Highland Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 626-2140
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 626-2140
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Voyager Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Byron Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-7500
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
Parker Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Wright Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-4600
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-4600
Gr: K-8 | 1,011 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #77.
Howell High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 W Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8300
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,964 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
Charyl Stockwell Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9758 E Highland Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 632-2200
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 632-2200
Gr: K-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #99.
Highlander Way Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
511 N Highlander Way
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8270
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8270
Gr: 6-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1010.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1066 W Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6375
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6375
Gr: K-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #1111.
Three Fires Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4125 Crooked Lake Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6387
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-6387
Gr: K-5 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #1212.
Legacy High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9525 E Highland Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 626-2140
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 626-2140
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #1313.
Innovation Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
861 E Sibley St
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8300
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Adult Transition Services
Special Education School
1429 W Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-6876
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 540-6876
Gr: Inquire with school | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48843, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48843, MI include Pathway School, Northwest Elementary School and Southwest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48843?
14 public schools are located in 48843.
What percentage of students in 48843 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 48843 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48843?
48843 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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