For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 416 students in Climax, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Climax, MI are Climaxscotts Virtual Academy and Climaxscotts High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Climax, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Climax have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Climax, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Climaxscotts Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
372 S Main St
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2401
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2401
Gr: 5-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Climaxscotts High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
372 S Main St
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2301
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2301
Gr: 6-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Climax, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
372 S. Main Street
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2200
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2200
Gr: 4-6 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Climax, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Climax, MI include Climaxscotts Virtual Academy and Climaxscotts High School.
How many public schools are located in Climax?
2 public schools are located in Climax.
What is the racial composition of students in Climax?
Climax public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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