For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,763 students in 48182, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 299 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 48182, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48182, MI are Jackman Road Elementary School, Bedford Junior High School and Bedford Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48182 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48182, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48182, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackman Road Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8008 Jackman Rd
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6600
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Bedford Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8405 Jackman Rd
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6200
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Bedford Senior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8285 Jackman Rd
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6100
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6100
Gr: 8-12 | 1,260 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Smith Road Elementary School
Special Education School
1135 Smith Rd
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6025
Temperance, MI 48182
(734) 850-6025
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48182, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48182, MI include Jackman Road Elementary School, Bedford Junior High School and Bedford Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 48182?
4 public schools are located in 48182.
What percentage of students in 48182 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 48182 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48182?
48182 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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