- Workman Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 637 students
- Miller Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 480 students
- Bentley Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 479 students
- Tonda Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 476 students
- Bird Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 476 students
- Dodson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 470 students
- Hulsing Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 468 students
- Field Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 467 students
- Eriksson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 443 students
- Hoben Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 443 students
- Isbister Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 422 students
- Farrand Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 402 students
- Smith Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 364 students
- Gallimore Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 336 students
- Pioneer Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 827 students
- Liberty Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 817 students
- Discovery Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 731 students
- East Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 725 students
- West Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 667 students
- Starkweather Academy Fiegel — Grades 10–12 · 194 students
- Canton High School — Grades 6–12 · 1,899 students
- Salem High School — Grades 6–12 · 1,871 students
- Plymouth High School — Grades 6–12 · 1,816 students
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| Metric | Plymouth-Canton Community Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 16,294 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 25 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,951/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth-Canton Community Schools (this district) | 10/10 | 94th | 16,294 |
| Whitmore Lake Public Schools | NR | — | — |
| Wayne-Westland Community School District | 1/10 | 8th | 9,773 |
| Lincoln Consolidated School District | 2/10 | 19th | 3,566 |
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Ranked against 487 rated districts in MI → 94th percentile → 10/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 48188 in Plymouth-Canton, Michigan. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 48188. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools spent $11,951 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 15% below Michigan’s statewide $14,100 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 1,577 students, an estimated 90% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 1 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
With a rating of 10/10 (excellent), Plymouth-Canton Community Schools ranks among Michigan’s top-tier-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Michigan is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Michigan on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 48188 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 48188
Children in zip code 48188 are assigned to Plymouth-Canton Community Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 48188, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Plymouth-Canton Community Schools at (734)416-2700 or visit www.pccs.k12.mi.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Michigan districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Plymouth-Canton
For families considering a purchase in the Plymouth-Canton area, district assignment matters financially. Because Plymouth-Canton Community Schools serves zip code 48188, homes in and around zip code 48188 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Michigan, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Plymouth-Canton Community Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 48188.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Plymouth-Canton Community Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 48188 data.