For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,482 students in 48348, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 769 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 48348, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48348, MI are Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Bailey Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48348 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48348, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48348, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Plains Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8650 Holcomb Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6850 Hubbard Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Bailey Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8051 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48348, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48348, MI include Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Bailey Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48348?
3 public schools are located in 48348.
What percentage of students in 48348 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 48348 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48348?
48348 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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