For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,505 students in 48837, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 169 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48837, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48837, MI are Willow Ridge Elementary School, Grand Ledge High School and Kenneth T Beagle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48837 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48837, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48837, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12840 Nixon Rd
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5775
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5775
Gr: K-4 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Grand Ledge High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
820 Spring St
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5823
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5823
Gr: 9-12 | 1,704 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 W South St
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5680
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5680
Gr: 7-8 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Eaton County Youth Facility
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
822 Courthouse Dr
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5403
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5403
Gr: 3-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12620 Nixon Rd
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5740
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5740
Gr: 5-6 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Tc Holbrook Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
615 Jones St
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5480
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5480
Gr: K-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #77.
Strange School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8981 Oneida Rd
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 627-7005
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 627-7005
Gr: K-6 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #88.
Relevant Academy Of Eaton County
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Lamson St
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5450
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(517) 925-5450
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48837, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48837, MI include Willow Ridge Elementary School, Grand Ledge High School and Kenneth T Beagle Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48837?
8 public schools are located in 48837.
What percentage of students in 48837 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48837 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48837?
48837 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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