For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 762 students in 48097, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48097, MI are Yale Elementary School, Yale Junior High School and Phoenix Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48097 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48097, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48097, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yale Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Yale Junior High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: 6-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
247 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48097, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48097, MI include Yale Elementary School, Yale Junior High School and Phoenix Alternative School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48097?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48097.
What is the racial composition of students in 48097?
48097 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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