For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,664 students in 48473, MI (there are , serving 321 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 48473, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48473, MI are Rankin Elementary School, Syring Elementary School and Swartz Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48473 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48473, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48473, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3459 Mundy Ave
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4605
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4605
Grades: K-5
| 287 students
Rank: #22.
Syring Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5300 Oakview Dr
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1301
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1301
Grades: PK-2
| 339 students
Rank: #33.
Swartz Creek High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Dragon Dr
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1801
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1801
Grades: 9-12
| 1,028 students
Rank: #44.
Swartz Creek Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8230 Crapo St
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1705
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1705
Grades: 6-8
| 754 students
Rank: #55.
Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8230 Crapo St
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4380
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4380
Grades: PK-12
| 103 students
Rank: #66.
Dieck Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2239 Van Vleet Rd
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-5271
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-5271
Grades: 2-5
| 305 students
Rank: #77.
Morrish Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5055 Maple Ave
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-3702
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-3702
Grades: K-2
| 440 students
Rank: #88.
Elms Road Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3259 S Elms Rd
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1249
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1249
Grades: 3-5
| 408 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48473, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48473, MI include Rankin Elementary School, Syring Elementary School and Swartz Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in 48473?
8 public schools are located in 48473.
What percentage of students in 48473 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 48473 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48473?
48473 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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