For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 620 students in 48622, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48622, MI are Farwell Elementary School and Farwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48622 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48622, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48622, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
268 E Ohio St
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9916
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9916
Gr: PK-3 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Farwell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Ohio St
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9915
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9915
Gr: 4-7 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
48622, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
399 E Michigan St
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9913
Farwell, MI 48622
(989) 588-9913
Gr: 10-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48622, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48622, MI include Farwell Elementary School and Farwell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48622?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48622.
What is the racial composition of students in 48622?
48622 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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