For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 503 students in 48876, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48876, MI are Potterville Middle School and Potterville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48876 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48876, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 48876, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potterville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
425 E Main St
Potterville, MI 48876
(517) 645-4609
Potterville, MI 48876
(517) 645-4609
Gr: 5-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Potterville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
511 E Main St
Potterville, MI 48876
(517) 645-2525
Potterville, MI 48876
(517) 645-2525
Gr: PK-4 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
48876, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cap Adult And Alternative Education High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
420 High St
Potterville, MI 48876
(517) 645-4704
Potterville, MI 48876
(517) 645-4704
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48876, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48876, MI include Potterville Middle School and Potterville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48876?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48876.
What is the racial composition of students in 48876?
48876 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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