For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 108 students in Gaines, MI.
The top ranked public school in Gaines, MI is Gaines Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gaines, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Gaines have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gaines, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaines Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Lansing St
Gaines, MI 48436
(810) 591-1076
Gaines, MI 48436
(810) 591-1076
Gr: K-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gaines, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Gaines, MI include Gaines Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gaines?
1 public schools are located in Gaines.
What is the racial composition of students in Gaines?
Gaines public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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