For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,539 students in Lapeer, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lapeer, MI are Chatfield School, Turrill Elementary School and Ck Schickler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lapeer, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lapeer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lapeer, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatfield School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
231 Lake Dr
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-8970
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-8970
Gr: K-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Turrill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
785 S Elm St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2438
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2438
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Ck Schickler Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2020 W Oregon St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2440
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2440
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Elva Lynch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2035 Roods Lake Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2448
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2448
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Rolland Warner Campus 67
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3145 W Genesee St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 538-2334
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 538-2334
Gr: 6-7 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Center For Innovation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
170 Millville Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2453
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2453
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lapeer, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lapeer, MI include Chatfield School, Turrill Elementary School and Ck Schickler Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lapeer?
6 public elementary schools are located in Lapeer.
What is the racial composition of students in Lapeer?
Lapeer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Lapeer are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Lapeer include: Ck Schickler Elementary School vs. Chatfield School, Chatfield School vs. Ck Schickler Elementary School, Turrill Elementary School vs. Chatfield School
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