Michigan is the #7 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,367,533 students across the 3,462 public schools for the 2026-27 school year (there are 894 private schools, serving 146,071 students). 90% of all K-12 students in Michigan attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Michigan is 35%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 46%.
The top-ranked public schools in Michigan are Gallimore Elementary School, Webster Elementary School, and Avondale Gifted And Talented Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 37%, with the majority being Black and the student-teacher ratio is 17:1.
Top-Ranked Public Schools in Michigan (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Gallimore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
8375 N Sheldon Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-3155
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-3155
Rank: #22.
Webster Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 1-6
32401 Pembroke St
Livonia, MI 48152
(734) 774-2795
Livonia, MI 48152
(734) 774-2795
Rank: #33.
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education
Magnet School
(Math: 97% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 2-8
1435 W Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Dearborn Stem Middle School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
22586 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
International Academy
(Math: 94% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 94% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
1020 E Square Lake Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 341-5905
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 341-5905
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
International Academy Of Macomb
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
42755 Romeo Plank Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
Rank: #77.
Brown Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 93% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
8064 Byron Center Ave Sw
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6200
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6200
Rank: #88.
Middle School Mathematics Science Technology Center
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
27500 Cosgrove Dr
Warren, MI 48092
(586) 574-3171
Warren, MI 48092
(586) 574-3171
Rank: #99.
Jo Brighton Skills Center
Special Education School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Grades: 4-12
4460 18th St
Wyandotte, MI 48192
(734) 759-6300
Wyandotte, MI 48192
(734) 759-6300
Rank: #1010.
Amerman Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85% (Top 1%)
Reading: 89% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
847 N Center St
Northville, MI 48167
(248) 465-2100
Northville, MI 48167
(248) 465-2100
Overview
This State (MI)
US
# Schools
3,462 Schools
100,275 Schools
# Students
1,367,533 Students
49,273,202 Students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Gender %
# Teachers
82,879 Teachers
3,176,873 Teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (MI)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Graduation Rate
81.8%
87%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.57
0.71
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# American Indian Students
8,525 Students
465,608 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# Asian Students
51,519 Students
2,805,329 Students
% Asian Students
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# Hispanic Students
129,296 Students
14,933,117 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
30%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# Black Students
245,835 Students
7,261,590 Students
% Black Students
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# White Students
856,071 Students
20,989,063 Students
% White Students
63%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
# Hawaiian Students
1,166 Students
196,826 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
75,057 Students
2,585,768 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (MI)
Statewide Total Revenue
$30,868 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Statewide Total Spending
$29,866 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Revenue / Student
$22,572
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending / Student
$21,839
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Best Michigan Public Schools by County (2026-27)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Michigan?
The top-ranked public schools in Michigan include Gallimore Elementary School, Webster Elementary School, and Avondale Gifted And Talented Education.
How many public schools are located in Michigan?
3,462 public schools are located in Michigan.
What percentage of students in Michigan go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Michigan attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Michigan?
Minority enrollment in Michigan is 37%, with the majority being Black.
Which public schools in Michigan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Michigan include: Elmer A Knopf Learning Center vs. Marion D Crouse Instr Center, Pardee School vs. Polk Elementary School, Ashley Elementary School vs. Breckenridge Elementary School
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