For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,701 students in 48917, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48917, MI are Delta Center Elementary School, Windemere Park Charter Academy and Elmwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48917 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48917, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48917, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delta Center Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
305 S Canal Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 925-5540
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 925-5540
Grades: K-4
| 534 students
Rank: #22.
Windemere Park Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3100 W Saginaw St
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 327-0700
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 327-0700
Grades: K-8
| 612 students
Rank: #33.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1533 Elmwood Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3383
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3383
Grades: 1-4
| 348 students
Rank: #44.
Waverly Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
620 Snow Rd
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7240
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7240
Grades: 6-8
| 424 students
Rank: #55.
Winans Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5401 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-2371
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-2371
Grades: 1-4
| 379 students
Rank: #66.
East Intermediate School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3131 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-8830
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-8830
Grades: 5-6
| 404 students
48917, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Grand Ledge Adult Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7050 West Saginaw Hwy
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7781
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-7781
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2920 W. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-1751
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 484-1751
Grades: 9-12
| 121 students
St. Vincent Home (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2800 West Willow St
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 244-1354
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 244-1354
Grades: K-12
| 21 students
1500 Boynton Dr
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3543
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 321-3543
Grades: K-4
| 200 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48917, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48917, MI include Delta Center Elementary School, Windemere Park Charter Academy and Elmwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48917?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48917.
What is the racial composition of students in 48917?
48917 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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