For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,183 students in 48074, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 250 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 48074, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48074, MI are Indian Woods Elementary School and Landmark Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48074 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48074, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48074, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Indian Woods Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4975 W Water St
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6515
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6515
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Landmark Academy
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Lapeer Rd
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 982-7210
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 982-7210
Gr: K-12 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
48074, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5801 Griswold Rd
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6519
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6519
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
1963 N. Allen Road
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6528
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6528
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48074, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48074, MI include Indian Woods Elementary School and Landmark Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48074?
2 public schools are located in 48074.
What percentage of students in 48074 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 48074 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48074?
48074 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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