Michigan is the #7 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,376,331 students across the 3,509 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 901 private schools, serving 147,742 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 34%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 46%.
The top-ranked public schools in Michigan are Gallimore Elementary School, Webster Elementary School, and International Academy. 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Gallimore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (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: 97% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (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.
International Academy
(Math: 95% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 95% (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: #44.
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: #55.
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90-94% (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: #6 - 86. - 8.
Brown Elementary School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 94% (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: #6 - 86. - 8.
Crestwood Accelerated Program
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
7500 N Vernon St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-0425
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-0425
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Jo Brighton Skills Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥90% (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: #99.
Amerman Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 89% (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
Rank: #1010.
International Academy Of Macomb
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (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
Overview
This State (MI)
# Schools
3,509 Schools
# Students
1,376,331 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
82,379 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (MI)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
Graduation Rate
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.56
# American Indian Students
8,574 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
# Asian Students
50,770 Students
% Asian Students
4%
# Hispanic Students
125,678 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
# Black Students
244,434 Students
% Black Students
18%
# White Students
871,645 Students
% White Students
63%
# Hawaiian Students
1,208 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
# Two or more races Students
73,219 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (MI)
Total Revenue (22-23)
$25,476 MM
Spending (22-23)
$24,351 MM
Revenue / Student (22-23)
$18,510
Spending / Student (22-23)
$17,693
Best Michigan Public Schools by County (2025)
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 International Academy.
How many public schools are located in Michigan?
3,509 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, Grosse Pointe South High School vs. Grosse Pointe North High School
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