For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,697 students in 48082, MI (there are , serving 173 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 48082, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48082, MI are Lake Shore High School, Violet Elementary School and Masonic Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48082 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48082, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 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 48082, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Shore High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
22980 E 13 Mile Rd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8900
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8900
Grades: 9-12
| 918 students
Rank: #22.
Violet Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
22020 Violet St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8700
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8700
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #33.
Masonic Heights Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22100 Masonic Blvd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8500
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8500
Grades: PK-5
| 476 students
Rank: #44.
Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
23101 Masonic Blvd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8800
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8800
Grades: 6-8
| 695 students
Rank: #55.
North Lake High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
23340 Elmira St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8780
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8780
Grades: 9-12
| 143 students
48082, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
23055 Masonic Blvd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8880
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8880
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48082, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48082, MI include Lake Shore High School, Violet Elementary School and Masonic Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48082?
5 public schools are located in 48082.
What percentage of students in 48082 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 48082 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48082?
48082 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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