For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,021 students in 48081, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48081, MI are Jefferson Middle School and Lakeview Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48081 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48081, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48081, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 48081, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48081, MI include Jefferson Middle School and Lakeview Virtual School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48081?
2 public middle schools are located in 48081.
What is the racial composition of students in 48081?
48081 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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