For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,737 students in East Lansing, MI (there are , serving 624 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in East Lansing, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in East Lansing, MI are Whitehills Elementary School, Glencairn School and East Lansing High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
East Lansing, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in East Lansing have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in East Lansing, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whitehills Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
621 Pebblebrook Ln
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Rank: #22.
Glencairn School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
939 N Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
Grades: PK-5
| 296 students
Rank: #33.
East Lansing High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
509 Burcham Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7500
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,240 students
Rank: #44.
Robert L Green Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1811 Pinecrest Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
Grades: PK-5
| 270 students
Rank: #55.
Marble School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
729 N Hagadorn Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #66.
Macdonald Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Burcham Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 842 students
Rank: #77.
Cole Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2921 E Coleman Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 580-3470
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 580-3470
Grades: K-5
| 182 students
Rank: #88.
Red Cedar School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1110 Narcissus Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
Grades: PK-5
| 192 students
Rank: #99.
Donley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2961 E Lake Lansing Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
Grades: PK-5
| 276 students
Rank: #1010.
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(810) 471-4989
East Lansing, MI 48823
(810) 471-4989
Grades: 6-12
| 646 students
Rank: #1111.
Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(810) 471-4989
East Lansing, MI 48823
(810) 471-4989
Grades: 9-12
| 217 students
East Lansing, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1120 S Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1118 South Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-8353
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
4660 S Hagadorn Rd Ste 500
East Lansing, MI 48823
East Lansing, MI 48823
Grades: PK-2
| n/a students
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 381-5062
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 381-5062
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
1460 Middlevale Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7480
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7480
Grades: K-2
| 269 students
5150 Wardcliff Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 706-5600
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 706-5600
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in East Lansing, MI?
The top ranked public schools in East Lansing, MI include Whitehills Elementary School, Glencairn School and East Lansing High School.
How many public schools are located in East Lansing?
11 public schools are located in East Lansing.
What percentage of students in East Lansing go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in East Lansing are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in East Lansing?
East Lansing public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in East Lansing are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in East Lansing include: Red Cedar School vs. Glencairn School, Robert L Green Elementary School vs. Glencairn School, Donley Elementary School vs. Whitehills Elementary School
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