For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 428 students in 48017, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48017, MI are Clawson Middle School and Kenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48017 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48017, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48017, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clawson Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 John M Ave
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4200
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4200
Gr: 5-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Kenwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
240 Nahma Ave
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-3838
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-3838
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
48017, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
940 N Selfridge Blvd
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4949
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4949
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48017, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48017, MI include Clawson Middle School and Kenwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48017?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48017.
What is the racial composition of students in 48017?
48017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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