For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 437 students in 48835, MI (there are , serving 118 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 48835, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48835, MI are Waldron Elementary And Middle School and Fowler High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48835 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48835, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48835, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waldron Elementary And Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11214 W Kent St
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2160
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2160
Grades: K-8
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Fowler High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 South Wright Rd
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2250
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2250
Grades: 9-12
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48835, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48835, MI include Waldron Elementary And Middle School and Fowler High School.
How many public schools are located in 48835?
2 public schools are located in 48835.
What percentage of students in 48835 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 48835 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48835?
48835 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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