South Lake Schools School District
School District · Saint Clair Shores, Michigan
Avg Rating
4.4
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,604
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Avg Rating
4.4
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,604
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Evaluating South Lake Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South Lake Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
South Lake High School
Saint Clair Shores · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Avalon Elementary School
Saint Clair Shores · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Elmwood Elementary School
Saint Clair Shores · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#511 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,604
+$3,021 vs Michigan median
District size
1,426 students
Typical than Michigan median
The short answer
South Lake Schools ranks #511 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. South Lake Schools's schools with real test data average 4.4/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are South Lake High School (5.9/10), Avalon Elementary School (4.3/10), and Elmwood Elementary School (3.9/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South Lake Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Lake High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Avalon Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Elmwood Elementary School | 3.9 / 10 |
| 4 | South Lake Middle School | 3.4 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South Lake Schools
South Lake Schools is a Saint Clair Shores, Michigan school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,426 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. The district invests $17,604 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.4/10, South Lake Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is South Lake High School, which has a composite score of 5.9/10.
In standardized testing, South Lake Schools students show an average math proficiency of 29.8% and ELA proficiency of 44.6%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South Lake Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Lake Schools with test data.
Schools in South Lake Schools
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Saint Clair Shores
- Total Enrollment
- 1,426
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Lake Schools?
South Lake Schools has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Lake Schools?
The average composite rating for South Lake Schools is 4.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Lake Schools?
South Lake Schools spends $17,604 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Lake Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Lake Schools is 15:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Lake Schools?
South Lake High School is the highest-rated school in South Lake Schools with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What are the test scores in South Lake Schools?
Across schools in South Lake Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 29.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 44.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Lake Schools compare to other districts in Michigan?
South Lake Schools has an average school rating of 4.4/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 29.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 44.6%
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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.
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