For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,187 students in 48017, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 291 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 48017, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48017, MI are Clawson Middle School, Clawson Elementary School and Clawson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48017 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48017, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48017, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clawson Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 John M Ave
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4250
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4250
Gr: 6-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Clawson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 Phillips Ave
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4949
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4949
Gr: K-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Clawson High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 John M Ave
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4200
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 655-4200
Gr: 6-12 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48017, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48017, MI include Clawson Middle School, Clawson Elementary School and Clawson High School.
How many public schools are located in 48017?
3 public schools are located in 48017.
What percentage of students in 48017 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 48017 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48017?
48017 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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