For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,360 students in 48827, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48827, MI are Lockwood Elementary School, Eaton Rapids Middle School and Island City Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48827 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48827, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 48827, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8194
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8194
Gr: PK-3 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Eaton Rapids Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8151
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-8151
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Island City Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6421 S Clinton Trl
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-0111
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-0111
Gr: K-8 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Greyhound Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
805 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-2207
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-2207
Gr: 3-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Greyhound Central Performance Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
912 Greyhound Dr
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-1064
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
(517) 663-1064
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48827, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48827, MI include Lockwood Elementary School, Eaton Rapids Middle School and Island City Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48827?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48827.
What is the racial composition of students in 48827?
48827 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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