For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 642 students in 48770, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48770, MI are Whittemoreprescott Jrsr High School and Whittemoreprescott Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48770 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48770, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48770, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whittemoreprescott Jrsr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Mills Rd
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-2501
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-2501
Grades: 7-12
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Whittemoreprescott Area Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8878 Prescott Rd
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-2502
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-2502
Grades: K-6
| 357 students
48770, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Ed. Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
8970 Prescott
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-4120
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-4120
Grades: 9-12
| 53 students
P.o. Box 250
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-4175
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-4175
Grades: K
| 92 students
8878 Prescott Rd
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-2400
Whittemore, MI 48770
(989) 756-2400
Grades: K-4
| 363 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48770, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48770, MI include Whittemoreprescott Jrsr High School and Whittemoreprescott Area Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48770?
2 public schools are located in 48770.
What is the racial composition of students in 48770?
48770 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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