Best Schools in Southgate, Michigan
12 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Southgate by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Southgate Anderson High School
High · Southgate Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Shelters Elementary School
Elementary · Southgate Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Pius School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Southgate for 2026 are Southgate Anderson High School (6.9/10), Shelters Elementary School (6.7/10), and St Pius School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$165,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$165,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.7/10 despite 69% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Southgate schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Southgate
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southgate Anderson High School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Shelters Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | St Pius School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Christ the King Lutheran School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Allen Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Asher School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Davidson Middle School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Creative Montessori Academy | 3.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Grogan Elementary School | 3.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Fordline Elementary School | 3.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $64,635
- Median home value
- $165,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
9% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Southgate compares
Michigan rank
#316 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$65k
88% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Southgate, Michigan
Southgate, Michigan is home to 12 schools, including 9 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Southgate show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Southgate is North Pointe Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Southgate is served by 2 school districts: Creative Montessori Academy, Southgate Community School District. These districts collectively serve 4,180 students.
Southgate's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,635. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 141 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 2 | 292 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 342 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 4 | 737 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.7 | ||
| 5 | 343 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.6 | ||
| 6 | 305 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Pius School
Private
262 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | Christ the King Lutheran School
Private
185 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | Montessori Center of Downriver
Private
10 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 657 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 986 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 363 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Southgate
Southgate, Michigan · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,635
Median Home Value
$165,400
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
29,551
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Southgate has a median household income of $64,635. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,400, with a median rent of $1,102/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Southgate, Michigan
How many schools are in Southgate, Michigan?
Southgate has 12 schools, including 9 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Southgate, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Southgate is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Southgate, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Southgate on MySchoolScout is Southgate Anderson High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Southgate, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Southgate on MySchoolScout is Shelters Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Southgate, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Southgate on MySchoolScout is Davidson Middle School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Southgate, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Southgate on MySchoolScout is Southgate Anderson High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Southgate, Michigan?
Southgate is served by 2 school districts: Creative Montessori Academy, Southgate Community School District.
What is the education level in Southgate, Michigan?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Southgate have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Southgate, Michigan?
The median household income in Southgate is approximately $64,635 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Southgate, Michigan?
Yes, Southgate has 3 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Pius School with a score of 6.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Southgate, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Southgate is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Southgate, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.