For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 716 students in 48034, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 620 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 48034, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48034, MI are Adlai Stevenson Elementary School and Crescent Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48034 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48034, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48034, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
27777 Lahser Rd
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 746-8840
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 746-8840
Grades: K-5
| 498 students
Rank: #22.
Crescent Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26555 Franklin Rd
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 423-4581
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 423-4581
Grades: 6-9
| 218 students
48034, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
26555 Franklin Road
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 354-1500
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 354-1500
Grades: K-8
| 245 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48034, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48034, MI include Adlai Stevenson Elementary School and Crescent Academy Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48034?
2 public schools are located in 48034.
What percentage of students in 48034 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 48034 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48034?
48034 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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