For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,482 students in 48348, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48348, MI are Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Bailey Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48348 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48348, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48348, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Plains Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8650 Holcomb Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6850 Hubbard Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Bailey Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8051 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48348, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48348, MI include Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Bailey Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48348?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48348.
What is the racial composition of students in 48348?
48348 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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