For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,722 students in 48080, MI (there are , 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 15% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48080, MI 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harmon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
24800 Harmon St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 445-4184
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 445-4184
Grades: K-5
| 314 students
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
Grades: PK-2
| 328 students
Rank: #33.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 19% | 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
Grades: 3-5
| 314 students
Rank: #44.
South Lake High School
(Math: ≤5% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 474 students
Rank: #55.
South Lake Middle School
(Math: 5% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 292 students
48080, Michigan 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
23500 Pare Street
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1200
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1200
Grades: K-6
| 265 students
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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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