For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,463 students in 48178, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48178, MI are Sharon J Hardy Elementary School, William A Pearson Elementary School and Millennium Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48178 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48178, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48178, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sharon J Hardy Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24650 Collingwood Dr
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8650
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8650
Grades: K-5
| 580 students
Rank: #22.
William A Pearson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
57900 11 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8750
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8750
Grades: K-5
| 553 students
Rank: #33.
Millennium Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
61526 9 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8200
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,043 students
Rank: #44.
South Lyon High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 N Lafayette St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8150
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8150
Grades: 9-12
| 1,253 students
Rank: #55.
Kent Lake Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30181 Kent Lake Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8350
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8350
Grades: K-5
| 524 students
Rank: #66.
Sayre Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23000 Valerie St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8500
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8500
Grades: K-5
| 475 students
Rank: #77.
William A Brummer Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9919 N Rushton Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8520
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8520
Grades: K-5
| 475 students
Rank: #88.
South Lyon East High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
52000 10 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8700
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,181 students
Rank: #99.
Frank E Bartlett School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 School St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8300
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8300
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Rank: #1010.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
62500 9 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8600
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8600
Grades: 6-8
| 899 students
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education
Special Education School
62500 9 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8220
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8220
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
48178, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
310 North Warren St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8360
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8360
Grades: PK
| n/a students
South Lyon Adult And Alternative High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1000 N. Lafayette
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8165
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8165
Grades: 9-12
| 68 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48178, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48178, MI include Sharon J Hardy Elementary School, William A Pearson Elementary School and Millennium Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48178?
11 public schools are located in 48178.
What is the racial composition of students in 48178?
48178 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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