For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,702 students in 48080, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 250 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 48080, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48080, MI are Harmon Elementary School, Avalon Elementary School and Elmwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48080 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48080, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48080, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harmon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24800 Harmon St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 445-4184
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 445-4184
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Avalon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20000 Avalon St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1001
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1001
Gr: PK-2 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
22700 California St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1101
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1101
Gr: 3-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
South Lake High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21900 E 9 Mile Rd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1401
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1401
Gr: 9-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
South Lake Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21621 California St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1301
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1301
Gr: 6-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48080, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48080, MI include Harmon Elementary School, Avalon Elementary School and Elmwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48080?
5 public schools are located in 48080.
What percentage of students in 48080 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 48080 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48080?
48080 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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