For the 2026 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 Princeton Elementary School, Lakeview High School and Jefferson Middle 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 35%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Princeton Elementary School
(Math: 50% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Lakeview High School
(Math: 32% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,441 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27900 Rockwood St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4130
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4130
Gr: 6-8 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Ardmore Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27001 Greater Mack Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4160
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4160
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Rodgers Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21601 Lanse St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 285-8600
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 285-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Lakeview Virtual School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
27575 Harper Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Gr: K-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
48081, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27575 Harper Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-2530
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-2530
Gr: PK
27575 Harper Ave.
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4000
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48081, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48081, MI include Princeton Elementary School, Lakeview High School and Jefferson Middle 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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