For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,434 students in 48081, MI (there are , serving 272 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 48081, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48081, MI are Ardmore Elementary School, Princeton Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48081 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48081, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48081, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ardmore Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27001 Greater Mack Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4160
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4160
Grades: K-5
| 383 students
Rank: #22.
Princeton Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20300 Statler St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4190
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4190
Grades: K-5
| 643 students
Rank: #33.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27900 Joan St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4178
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4178
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #44.
Lakeview High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21100 E 11 Mile Rd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4045
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4045
Grades: 9-12
| 1,441 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
27900 Rockwood St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4130
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4130
Grades: 6-8
| 974 students
Rank: #66.
Lakeview Virtual School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
27575 Harper Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Grades: K-12
| 47 students
Rank: #77.
Rodgers Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21601 Lanse St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 285-8600
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 285-8600
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
48081, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
27575 Harper Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-2530
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-2530
Grades: PK
| n/a students
27575 Harper Ave.
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48081, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48081, MI include Ardmore Elementary School, Princeton Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48081?
7 public schools are located in 48081.
What percentage of students in 48081 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 48081 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48081?
48081 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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