For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,636 students in 48082, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48082, MI are Violet Elementary School, Masonic Heights Elementary School and Kennedy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48082 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48082, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48082, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Violet Elementary School
(Math: 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
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Masonic Heights Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
22100 Masonic Blvd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8500
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 27% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
48082, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23055 Masonic Blvd
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8880
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48082
(586) 285-8880
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48082, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48082, MI include Violet Elementary School, Masonic Heights Elementary School and Kennedy Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48082?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48082.
What is the racial composition of students in 48082?
48082 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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