For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,560 students in 48838, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48838, MI are Cedar Crest Elementary School, Baldwin Heights School and Lincoln Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48838 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48838, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48838, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Crest Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
622 S Cedar St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3641
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3641
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Baldwin Heights School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 W Oak St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3643
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3643
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12420 Lincoln Lake Rd Ne
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9167
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9167
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Walnut Hills Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
712 N Walnut St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3688
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-3688
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Greenville Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1321 Chase St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9361
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9361
Gr: 5-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Isdlocal Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 E Van Deinse St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 225-6264
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 225-6264
Gr: K-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #77.
Flat River Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9481 Jordan Rd
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9360
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 754-9360
Gr: PK-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #88.
Seiter Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1401 E Van Deinse St
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 225-4826
Greenville, MI 48838
(616) 225-4826
Gr: PK-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48838, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48838, MI include Cedar Crest Elementary School, Baldwin Heights School and Lincoln Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48838?
8 public elementary schools are located in 48838.
What is the racial composition of students in 48838?
48838 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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