For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 613 students in Scotts, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Scotts, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Scotts, MI are Tobey Elementary School and Climaxscotts Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Scotts, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Scotts have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Scotts, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tobey Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8551 Long Lake Dr E
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Climaxscotts Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11250 Qr Ave E
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 497-2100
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 497-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Scotts, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Scotts, MI include Tobey Elementary School and Climaxscotts Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Scotts?
2 public schools are located in Scotts.
What percentage of students in Scotts go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Scotts are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Scotts?
Scotts 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).
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