For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 976 students in 48872, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48872, MI are Perry Elementary Early Learning Center, Perry Upper Elementary School and Perry Secondary Campus Home To Perry Middle Perry High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48872 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48872, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48872, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perry Elementary Early Learning Center
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 N Watkins
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-3101
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-3101
Gr: PK-2 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Perry Upper Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2775 W Britton Rd
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6196
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-6196
Gr: 3-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Perry Secondary Campus Home To Perry Middle Perry High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2555 W Britton Rd
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-3104
Perry, MI 48872
(517) 625-3104
Gr: 7-12 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48872, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48872, MI include Perry Elementary Early Learning Center, Perry Upper Elementary School and Perry Secondary Campus Home To Perry Middle Perry High School.
How many public schools are located in 48872?
3 public schools are located in 48872.
What is the racial composition of students in 48872?
48872 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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