For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,981 students in Linden, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Linden, MI are Hyatt Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Linden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Linden, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Linden have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Linden, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hyatt Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 Stan Eaton Dr
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8180
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8180
Gr: PK-3 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7199 Silver Lake Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8410
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8410
Gr: 4-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Linden High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7201 Silver Lake Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-0410
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-0410
Gr: 9-12 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Linden Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15425 Lobdell Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-0710
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-0710
Gr: 6-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Lake Fenton High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4070 Lahring Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9591
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9591
Gr: 9-12 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Linden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 S Bridge St
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9130
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9130
Gr: PK-3 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Linden, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
325 Stan Eaton Drive
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8180
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-8180
Gr: 6-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
4070 Lahring Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9465
Linden, MI 48451
(810) 591-9465
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Linden, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Linden, MI include Hyatt Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Linden High School.
How many public schools are located in Linden?
6 public schools are located in Linden.
What is the racial composition of students in Linden?
Linden public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Linden are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Linden include: Hyatt Elementary School vs. Linden Elementary School, Linden Elementary School vs. Hyatt Elementary School, Lake Fenton High School vs. Linden High School
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