Michigan is the #7 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,369,239 students across the 3,470 public schools for the 2026 school year (there are 893 private schools, serving 147,246 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)
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
3,470 Schools
100,423 Schools
# Students
1,369,239 Students
49,312,078 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
82,996 Teachers
3,179,501 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (MI)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Graduation Rate
81%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.57
0.71
# American Indian Students
8,528 Students
466,017 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
# Asian Students
51,535 Students
2,806,956 Students
% Asian Students
4%
6%
# Hispanic Students
129,420 Students
14,946,038 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
30%
# Black Students
246,069 Students
7,271,060 Students
% Black Students
18%
15%
# White Students
857,310 Students
21,001,266 Students
% White Students
63%
43%
# Hawaiian Students
1,170 Students
196,946 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
75,143 Students
2,587,800 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (MI)
Total Revenue (24-25)
$25,476 MM
Spending (24-25)
$24,351 MM
Revenue / Student (24-25)
$18,606
Spending / Student (24-25)
$17,784
Best Michigan Public Schools by County (2026)
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?
3,470 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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