For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,248 students in 48080, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48080, MI are Harmon Elementary School, Avalon Elementary School and Elmwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 48080 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48080, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48080, MI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harmon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24800 Harmon St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 445-4184
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 445-4184
Gr: K-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Avalon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20000 Avalon St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1001
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1001
Gr: PK-2 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
22700 California St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1101
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1101
Gr: 3-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
South Lake Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21621 California St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1301
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1301
Gr: 6-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
48080, Michigan ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23500 Pare Street
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1200
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 435-1200
Gr: K-6 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48080, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48080, MI include Harmon Elementary School, Avalon Elementary School and Elmwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48080?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48080.
What is the racial composition of students in 48080?
48080 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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