For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,067 students in 48519, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48519, MI are Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Atherton Elementary School and Burton Glen Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48519 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48519, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48519, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2400 Clarice Ave
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0850
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0850
Grades: PK-12
| 64 students
Rank: #22.
Atherton Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3444 S Genesee Rd
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0604
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0604
Grades: K-6
| 306 students
Rank: #33.
Burton Glen Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4171 E Atherton Rd
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 744-2300
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 744-2300
Grades: K-8
| 697 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48519, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48519, MI include Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Atherton Elementary School and Burton Glen Charter Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48519?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48519.
What is the racial composition of students in 48519?
48519 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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