Best Public Schools in Zip Code 48864

The 48864 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, all part of the highly-ranked Okemos Public Schools district.

The standout schools in this area are Okemos High School, ranked 14th out of 739 Michigan high schools with exceptional test scores, and Okemos Public MontessoriCentral, a top-performing elementary school ranked 21st out of 1,488 in the state. Other high-achieving schools include Chippewa Middle School, ranked 37th out of 890 Michigan middle schools. While the alternative Michigan Connections Academy has lower test scores, it maintains a relatively high graduation rate and low dropout rate.

Across the district, schools generally outperform state averages on standardized tests, with varying levels of economic diversity as indicated by free/reduced lunch rates. The chronic absenteeism rate is high at 29.5% across all schools, which could be an area for improvement. Overall, the 48864 zip code is home to a high-performing school district providing a mix of traditional public and alternative educational options for families.