For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,177 students in 48040, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48040, MI are Gardens Elementary School, Morton Elementary School and Woodland Developmental Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48040 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48040, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48040, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1076 6th St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7141
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7141
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
920 Lynwood St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-2990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-2990
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Woodland Developmental Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: PK-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
905 16th St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7101
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7101
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 455-4480
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 455-4480
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Marysville Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Collard Dr
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-6336
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-6336
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
48040, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Health Careers Academy Of St. Clair County (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
Hospitality Academy Of St. Clair County (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
Industrial Technology Academy (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
Information Technology Academy Of St. Clair (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
St. Clair Co. Academy Of Style (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
499 Range Road, P.o. Box 1500
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48040, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48040, MI include Gardens Elementary School, Morton Elementary School and Woodland Developmental Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48040?
6 public elementary schools are located in 48040.
What is the racial composition of students in 48040?
48040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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