For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 982 students in 48079, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48079, MI are St. Clair Middle School and Gearing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48079 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48079, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48079, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Clair Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4335 Yankee Rd
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1800
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1800
Gr: 5-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Gearing Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Carney Dr
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1650
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1650
Gr: PK-4 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
48079, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 North 9th St
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1550
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1550
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48079, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48079, MI include St. Clair Middle School and Gearing Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48079?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48079.
What is the racial composition of students in 48079?
48079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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