For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 963 students in 48657, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48657, MI are Meridian Elementary School and Meridian Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
elementary schools in zipcode 48657 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48657, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48657, MI Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3353 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3500
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3500
Grades: PK-4
| 563 students
Rank: #22.
Meridian Junior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3475 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3360
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3360
Grades: 5-8
| 400 students
48657, Michigan Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3303 North Highway M-30
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 51 students
2534 North West River Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Grades: PK
| n/a students
2534 W. River Road
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Grades: K-5
| 192 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48657, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48657, MI include Meridian Elementary School and Meridian Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48657?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48657.
What is the racial composition of students in 48657?
48657 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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