For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,735 students in 48079, MI (there are , serving 86 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48079, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48079, MI are St. Clair High School, St. Clair Middle School and Gearing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48079 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48079, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48079, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
St. Clair High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Clinton Ave
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1700
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1700
Grades: 9-12
| 753 students
Rank: #22.
St. Clair Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4335 Yankee Rd
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1800
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1800
Grades: 5-8
| 632 students
Rank: #33.
Gearing Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 N Carney Dr
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1650
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1650
Grades: PK-4
| 350 students
48079, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 North 9th St
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1550
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1550
Grades: K-5
| 306 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48079, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48079, MI include St. Clair High School, St. Clair Middle School and Gearing Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48079?
3 public schools are located in 48079.
What percentage of students in 48079 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48079 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48079?
48079 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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