Best Public Schools in Zip Code 48820

The 48820 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the DeWitt Public Schools district, except for Riley Elementary School, which is part of the St. Johns Public Schools district.

The standout schools in this area are DeWitt High School, ranked 28th out of 743 Michigan high schools with a 5-star rating, and DeWitt Middle School, ranked 57th out of 897 Michigan middle schools with a 5-star rating. These schools boast impressive test scores, high graduation rates, and low dropout rates. In contrast, the elementary schools in the area show more variation in performance, with Herbison Woods Elementary ranking lower than the other DeWitt elementary schools.

While the schools in the 48820 zip code area generally outperform state averages on standardized tests, the high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, ranging from 29.5%, are a potential concern. The free and reduced lunch rates, ranging from 16.23% to 25.74%, suggest that the schools serve student populations with varying socioeconomic backgrounds, which could impact academic performance and resource needs. Overall, the data highlights a mix of high-performing and more average-performing schools in the area, with the DeWitt Public Schools district standing out as a strong performer.