For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,482 students in 48348, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 829 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 48348, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48348, MI are Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Bailey Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48348 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48348, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48348, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Springfield Plains Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8650 Holcomb Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 506 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6850 Hubbard Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Bailey Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8051 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Grades: K-5
| 519 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48348, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48348, MI include Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Bailey Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48348?
3 public schools are located in 48348.
What percentage of students in 48348 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 48348 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48348?
48348 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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