For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,584 students in 48045, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48045, MI are South River Elementary School, Donald J Yacks Elementary School and Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48045 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48045, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48045, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South River Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27733 S River Rd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6480
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6480
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Donald J Yacks Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
34700 Union Lake Rd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5630
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5630
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38495 Prentiss St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6450
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6450
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Middle School Central
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38000 Reimold St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6430
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6430
Gr: 6-8 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38495 Lanse Creuse St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6400
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,214 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #66.
Marie C Graham Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25555 Crocker Blvd
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6460
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6460
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Middle School South
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
34641 Jefferson Ave
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5620
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 493-5620
Gr: 6-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
48045, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27155 Lanse Creuse St
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6323
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6323
Gr: PK
Lakeside Alternative Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
27041 L'anse Creuse Road
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6420
Harrison Township, MI 48045
(586) 783-6420
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48045, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48045, MI include South River Elementary School, Donald J Yacks Elementary School and Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48045?
7 public schools are located in 48045.
What is the racial composition of students in 48045?
48045 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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