For the 2025 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 55% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
David Scott Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
804 Wilson St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3400
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3400
Grades: 2-3
| 456 students
Rank: #22.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2957 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3200
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 736 students
Rank: #33.
Herbison Woods Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3147 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3300
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3300
Grades: 4-5
| 479 students
Rank: n/an/a
1721 Schavey Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3500
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3500
Grades: PK-1
| 496 students
48820, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 West Washington St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3460
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3460
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
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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