Southgate Community School District

District Overview
Situated at 13940 Leroy Street in Southgate, Michigan, the Southgate Community School District serves as a vital public education system within the greater Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metropolitan area. Classified as a traditional, non-charter public school district operating in a large suburban setting, the district manages eight active school campuses offering comprehensive instruction from pre-kindergarten all the way through twelfth grade. According to federal educational data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district provides a welcoming learning environment to 3,760 enrolled students, supporting young learners as they progress from early childhood education to college and career readiness.

To deliver high-quality instruction and holistic student support, the district relies on a robust workforce of approximately 884 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes a strong instructional core of over 420 FTE teachers and 15 FTE instructional aides, complemented by nearly 449 FTE support staff dedicated to operations, student services, and administrative functions. By combining a broad suburban footprint, comprehensive grade offerings, and a well-resourced educator team, Southgate Community School District presents a balanced educational landscape designed to meet the academic and developmental needs of its local community.
8
Total Schools
3,760
Total Students
420.7
Full-Time Teachers
8.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southgate Community School District
Demographic Student Count
White2,325
Hispanic645
Black561
Asian57
Two or More152
American Indian12
Pacific Islander8
  • White
    2,325 (61.8%)
  • Hispanic
    645 (17.2%)
  • Black
    561 (14.9%)
  • Two or More
    152 (4.0%)
  • Asian
    57 (1.5%)
  • American Indian
    12 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    8 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Southgate Community School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High2
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:3,760*
Teachers (FTE):420.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.9