Southfield Public Schools

What Southfield Public Schools does

Southfield Public Schools is a Michigan-chartered public school district serving the communities of Southfield and Lathrup Village in Oakland County. For the 2023-24 school year, the district operated 10 schools serving 4,662 students across K-12 (K-5: 2,083; 6-8: 1,110; 9-12: 1,479), with 251-500 employees and a faculty directory listing ~378 staff. The district's portfolio includes Adler, Birney K-8, McIntyre, and Stevenson elementary schools, Bussey Center for Early Childhood Education (NAEYC-accredited), Kennedy Learning Center, Levey Middle School, Thompson K-8 International Academy, Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology (19 CTE career pathway academies), and University K-12 Academy (a selective examination school ranked 11th in Michigan by Newsweek).

The district operates a 1:1 (district-stated 1:4 ratio) Chromebook program supported by $3.5 million in technology upgrades, on a stack anchored by MiStar (student information system), Schoology (LMS), Google Workspace, Clever SSO, and Finalsite (CMS). Specialized programs include the K-12 International Baccalaureate continuum (Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma), 19 career pathway CTE academies, dual enrollment with University of Michigan-Dearborn, Wayne State University, Oakland Community College, and Lawrence Technological University (Cybersecurity and Game Design certificates delivered on-campus), S.T.E.A.M. pathways starting in sixth grade, and ELL services for a student body speaking 36+ languages from 27+ countries. Ancillary services include free breakfast/lunch via the Community Eligibility Provision (operated by Southwest Foodservice Excellence), Champions before/after-school care, First Student transportation, and an accessible parent-facing portal (MIStar / Q Parent Connection).

Revenue mechanics are those of a traditional public school district: recurring state foundation allowance per pupil, local property taxes from Southfield and Lathrup Village, federal Title/IDEA funds, one-time ESSER III funds ($14.1M, ended September 2024), and bond proceeds from the $345 million Capital Facilities Bond approved November 2022. The district has no tuition for residents and offers Schools of Choice enrollment across four counties. Its fiscal track record includes 37 consecutive years of ASBO Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting.

Name

Southfield Public Schools

Legal name

Southfield Public School District

Website

https://southfieldk12.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Southfield Public Schools is a Michigan public K-12 district operating 10 schools serving 4,662 students across Southfield and Lathrup Village, funded by state foundation allowance, local property taxes, and federal grants, with specialized programs in IB, CTE, dual enrollment, and S.T.E.A.M.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public Middle Schools (EDAJAAAC), Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Early childhood education
• Career technical education
• Special education services
• Dual enrollment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Southfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. State School Aid: Primary funding from Michigan State School Aid based on student enrollment (blended count), includes foundation allowance and categorical funding for specific programs
2. Local Property Taxes: Local property tax revenue from Southfield and Lathrup Village communities within district boundaries
3. Federal ESSER Funds: One-time ESSER III funding ($14.1 million) for COVID-19 recovery, used for curriculum, technology, facilities upgrades, staffing, and safety measures through September 2024
4. Capital Facilities Bond: $345 million Capital Facilities Bond approved November 2022 for school improvements, right-sizing, and facility upgrades requiring 3.26 mill increase
5. Food Service Program: Operated by Southwest Foodservice Excellence (SFE); free meals for all students via Community Eligibility Provision, adult meals priced at $3.12 breakfast/$5.32 lunch

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Southfield Public Schools is a public K-12 school district operating 10 schools serving 4,662 students across Southfield and Lathrup Village, Michigan. The district delivers comprehensive K-12 education including elementary, middle, and high school programs, with specialized offerings such as International Baccalaureate, 19 career pathway academies, dual enrollment college credits, S.T.E.A.M. programs, early childhood education, special education, and ELL services. Support services include free meals via the Community Eligibility Provision, transportation, and before/after school care.

Product overview

Southfield Public Schools is a traditional public school district operating as a unified K-12 educational platform comprising 10 schools (6 elementary schools, 2 K-8 schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools) plus specialized programs. The district's core offerings include Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology (A&T) with 19 career pathway academies and University K-12 Academy (examination school). Supporting products include dual enrollment partnerships with Lawrence Technological University, International Baccalaureate programmes, S.T.E.A.M. programs, and early childhood education through the nationally accredited Bussey Center. The district operates technology-enabled learning through MIStar parent/student portals, Schoology LMS, and 1-to-1 Chromebook infrastructure ($3.5M district-wide upgrades). Transportation, food service (free meals via CEP), and before/after school care through Champions round out the service portfolio. Under the 2022 Capital Facilities Bond ($345M), the district is transitioning from neighborhood schools to Educational Pathways while expanding gifted/talented and STEM programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology (A&T)

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% graduation rate at University K-12 Academy; 93% at Southfield A&T
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration32 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lawrence Technological UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership offering Cybersecurity and Game Design certificate programs on Southfield A&T and University K-12 Academy campuses. Students can earn college credits and professional certificates without leaving their high school campus.
• University of Michigan-DearborncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partner allowing Southfield students to earn college credits at University of Michigan-Dearborn campus with all tuition, fees, and textbooks covered by the district.
• Wayne State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partner for college credit opportunities with all costs covered by Southfield Public Schools district.
• Oakland Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partner offering college-level courses for Southfield high school students with district covering all tuition, fees, and textbooks.
• Southwest Foodservice Excellence (SFE)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThird-party food service management company operating all school nutrition programs including Community Eligibility Provision meals, smart snacks, and summer feeding programs.
• First StudentcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSchool transportation provider for Southfield Public Schools. Manages bus routes, student transportation, and safety protocols. Location Manager: Wyatt Hazlett.
• Southfield Education FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit foundation supporting Southfield Public Schools through fundraising, scholarships, and educational program support.
• ChampionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBefore and after school child care provider operating at Southfield schools since 1990. Offers learning activities, homework help, and healthy snacks within school facilities.
• Oakland Schools ITcoreTechnology or IntegrationShared technology services including Service Desk support, MiStar student information system, and district technology infrastructure maintenance.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Birmingham Public Schools: Adjacent Oakland County suburban K-12 district with comparable demographics, IB programming, and high college-readiness outcomes. Directly competes with Southfield for Schools of Choice families in overlapping Oakland County neighborhoods.
• Bloomfield Hills Schools: Neighboring high-performing Oakland County district offering IB continuum and extensive AP offerings to a similar suburban demographic. Competes head-to-head for Schools of Choice enrollment and is a primary reference point for Southfield's programmatic ambitions.
• Troy School District: Large Oakland County K-12 district with comprehensive IB, AP, and CTE programming serving a suburban/immigrant population comparable to Southfield's. Direct competitor for Schools of Choice and on similar academic outcome trajectories.
• Farmington Public Schools: Oakland County suburban K-12 district with similar demographic profile, ESL population, and dual enrollment programs. Direct Schools of Choice competitor within shared county footprint.
• Rochester Community Schools: Oakland County district with strong IB offerings, high graduation outcomes, and similar suburban demographic base. Competes for choice families and offers a comparable programmatic menu to Southfield A&T and University K-12 Academy.
• Royal Oak Schools: Nearby Oakland County K-12 district of similar size and demographic profile. Competes for in-county Schools of Choice families and operates comparable IB/AP pathway programming.
• Walled Lake Consolidated Schools: Mid-sized Oakland County K-12 district with comparable Career and Technical Education academies and dual enrollment programs. Direct Schools of Choice competitor with overlapping commuter feeder patterns.
• Clarkston Community Schools: Oakland County K-12 district of similar scale with established IB and CTE programming. Overlapping Schools of Choice catchment and similar fiscal profile anchored by property taxes.

Broad incumbents

• Detroit Public Schools Community District: Much larger urban K-12 district serving the broader Detroit metro area. Less directly competitive for Schools of Choice but represents the major public school alternative in the region and shares student demographic characteristics.

Regional players

• Pontiac School District: Adjacent Oakland County urban K-12 district with overlapping student demographics and ELL population. Regional peer rather than direct competitor due to geographic separation, but referenced in state comparisons of Michigan K-12 outcomes.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Southfieldk12
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@SouthfieldPublicSchools
• Facebookfacebook.com/SouthfieldPublicSchools
• Instagraminstagram.com/southfieldpublicschools

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles30 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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