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Best Elementary Schools in Zip Code 48917


At a glance
5
Schools
2,063
Students
3
Districts
Top rankedDelta Center Elementary School412th of 1,488 Michigan elementary schools
Biggest riser
Delta Center Elementary School up 57 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Meryl S Colt Early Childhood Education Center 8.2 students per teacher
Summary:

The 48917 zip code area of Lansing, Michigan is home to 5 elementary schools, serving students from pre-K through 4th grade. The schools in this area display a wide range of performance, with Delta Center Elementary School standing out as a strong performer, ranking 412th out of 1,488 Michigan elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, the schools in the Waverly Community Schools district, such as Elmwood Elementary School and Meryl S Colt Early Childhood Education Center, have lower rankings and test scores compared to the state and other districts in the area.

The data reveals significant performance gaps between the schools, with proficiency rates in 3rd grade English Language Arts ranging from 15.8% at Winans Elementary School to 52.3% at Delta Center Elementary. This underscores the need for targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes, particularly in the Waverly Community Schools district. Additionally, the high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 29.5% across all 5 schools, suggest a need to address attendance and engagement issues in the area.

The data also highlights the importance of early childhood education, with Meryl S Colt Early Childhood Education Center receiving the highest spending per student at $21,032. This suggests the district's emphasis on providing a strong foundation for young learners. Overall, the elementary schools in the 48917 zip code area present a mixed picture, with some standout performers and others struggling to meet the needs of their students.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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