For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,938 students in 48357, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 73 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 48357, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48357, MI are Milford High School, Heritage Elementary School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48357 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48357, 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 48357, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milford High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2380 S Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Gr: 7-12 | 1,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
219 Watkins Blvd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Livingston Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Apollo Center
Special Education School
2029 N Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Gr: PK-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48357, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48357, MI include Milford High School, Heritage Elementary School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48357?
4 public schools are located in 48357.
What percentage of students in 48357 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 48357 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48357?
48357 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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