For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,607 students in 48195, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 761 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 48195, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48195, MI are Allen Elementary School, Shelters Elementary School and Creative Montessori Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48195 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48195, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48195, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16500 Mccann St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4644
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4644
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Shelters Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12600 Fordline St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4631
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4631
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Creative Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15100 Northline Rd
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 284-5600
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 284-5600
Gr: PK-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Davidson Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15800 Trenton Rd
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4628
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4628
Gr: 6-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Southgate Anderson High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15475 Leroy St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4611
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4611
Gr: 9-12 | 1,052 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #66.
Grogan Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13300 Burns St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4642
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4642
Gr: PK-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Fordline Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14775 Fordline St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4640
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4640
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #88.
Asher School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14101 Leroy St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4633
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4633
Gr: 9-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Beacon Day Treatment Center
Special Education School
12601 Mccann St
Southgate, MI 48195
(313) 551-2790
Southgate, MI 48195
(313) 551-2790
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
18635 Bowie St
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4600
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-4600
Gr: K-6 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48195, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48195, MI include Allen Elementary School, Shelters Elementary School and Creative Montessori Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48195?
10 public schools are located in 48195.
What percentage of students in 48195 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 48195 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48195?
48195 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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