For the 2025 school year, there are 55 public schools serving 21,419 students in St. Clair County, MI (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,101 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in St.
Clair County, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in St. Clair County, MI are Gardens Elementary School, Avoca Elementary School and John F Farrellemmett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
St. Clair County, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in St. Clair County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in St. Clair County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1076 6th St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7141
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7141
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Avoca Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8751 Willow St
Avoca, MI 48006
(810) 324-2660
Avoca, MI 48006
(810) 324-2660
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
John F Farrellemmett Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3300 Kinney Rd
Emmett, MI 48022
(810) 384-1300
Emmett, MI 48022
(810) 384-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
920 Lynwood St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-2990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-2990
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Yale Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #66.
Yale Junior High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: 6-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #77.
Marysville High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
555 E Huron Blvd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7161
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7161
Gr: 9-12 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #88.
Woodland Developmental Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: PK-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #99.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3559 Pollina Ave
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6507
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6507
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1010.
Algonac Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9541 Phelps Rd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4911
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4911
Gr: 7-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #1111.
Yale Senior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
247 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: 9-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #1212.
Blue Water Middle College Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
323 Erie St
Port Huron, MI 48061
(810) 989-5800
Port Huron, MI 48061
(810) 989-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #1313.
Anchor Bay High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6319 County Line Rd
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 648-2525
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 648-2525
Gr: 9-12 | 1,777 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #1414.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
905 16th St
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7101
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-7101
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1515.
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 455-4480
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 455-4480
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Compass Pointe
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6319 County Line Rd
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 648-2525
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 648-2525
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
St. Clair County Intervention Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1170 Michigan Rd
Port Huron, MI 48060
(586) 731-5300
Port Huron, MI 48060
(586) 731-5300
Gr: 6-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1818.
Marysville Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Collard Dr
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-6336
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-6336
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #1919.
Harrison Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
55 15th St
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 455-0029
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 455-0029
Gr: 6-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #2020.
Marine City High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1085 Ward St
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1900
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #2121.
St. Clair High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 Clinton Ave
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1700
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #2222.
Phoenix Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
247 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #2323.
St. Clair Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4335 Yankee Rd
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1800
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1800
Gr: 5-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #2424.
Francois Maconce Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6300 Church Rd
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 725-0284
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 725-0284
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #2525.
Memphis Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
34165 Bordman Rd
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2125
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2125
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #2626.
Palms Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6101 Palms Rd
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(810) 676-1350
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(810) 676-1350
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #2727.
Pine River Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3575 King Rd
East China, MI 48054
(810) 676-1050
East China, MI 48054
(810) 676-1050
Gr: K-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #2828.
Port Huron Northern High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1799 Krafft Rd
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-2671
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-2671
Gr: 9-12 | 1,158 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #2929.
Memphis Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34130 Bordman Rd
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2186
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2186
Gr: 6-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #3030.
Capac Jrsr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
541 N Glassford St
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-3858
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-3858
Gr: 7-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #3131.
Capac Virtual Education Program
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
541 N Glassford St
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-3792
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-3792
Gr: K-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #32 - 3332. - 33.
Algonquin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9185 Marsh Rd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Gr: 2-6 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #32 - 3332. - 33.
Keewahdin Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4801 Lakeshore Rd
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6517
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6517
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #3434.
Fort Gratiot Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3985 Keewahdin Rd
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6544
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6544
Gr: 6-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #3535.
Gearing Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Carney Dr
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1650
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1650
Gr: PK-4 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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St. Clair County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1520 Michigan Rd
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 364-3449
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 364-3449
Gr: 9-10
1300 Saint Clair Blvd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4991
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-4991
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
9185 Marsh Rd
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-9317
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
6572 Church Road
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 725-6310
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 725-6310
Gr: PK | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Blue Water Learning Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
9541 Phelps
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-8067
Algonac, MI 48001
(810) 794-8067
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Capac Adult And Community Education High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
109 East Kempf Ct
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-4074
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-4074
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
201 North Neeper St
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-3750
Capac, MI 48014
(810) 395-3750
Gr: 5-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
8361 Broadbridge Rd
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 725-7911
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 725-7911
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
55 15th Street
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-6512
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-6512
Gr: K-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
2669 Columbine
Harsens Island, MI 48028
(810) 748-9551
Harsens Island, MI 48028
(810) 748-9551
Gr: K-5 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Health Careers Academy Of St. Clair County (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
Hospitality Academy Of St. Clair County (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
Industrial Technology Academy (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
Information Technology Academy Of St. Clair (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
5801 Griswold Rd
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6519
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6519
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
3835 Franklin St
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6521
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
(810) 984-6521
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
5201 County Line Rd
Casco, MI 48064
(586) 648-2522
Casco, MI 48064
(586) 648-2522
Gr: K-5 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
34130 Bordman Rd
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2151
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2151
Gr: K-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 13%
34130 Bordman Rd
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2131
Memphis, MI 48041
(810) 392-2131
Gr: 6-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
2720 Riverside Dr
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 242-4321
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 242-4321
Gr: K-5 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Port Huron South High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3001 Electric Avenue
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-6561
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-6561
Gr: 8-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Riverview East High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
6373 King Rd
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1280
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1280
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
St. Clair Co. Academy Of Style (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
499 Range Rd
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
499 Range Road, P.o. Box 1500
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Marysville, MI 48040
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 11-12
St. Clair County Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1503 Krafft Road
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-3896
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-3896
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 14%
St. Clair County Learning Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
1520 Michigan Rd
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 364-8990
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 364-8990
Gr: 6-12
1317 - 7th Street
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 985-9616
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 985-9616
Gr: PK
1963 N. Allen Road
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6528
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6528
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
301 North 9th St
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1550
Saint Clair, MI 48079
(810) 676-1550
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
403 N. Mary Street
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1450
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 676-1450
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in St. Clair County, MI?
The top ranked public schools in St. Clair County, MI include Gardens Elementary School, Avoca Elementary School and John F Farrellemmett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in St. Clair County?
55 public schools are located in St. Clair County.
What percentage of students in St. Clair County go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in St. Clair County are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in St. Clair County?
St. Clair County public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in St. Clair County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in St. Clair County include: Cleveland Elementary School vs. Landmark Academy, Port Huron High School vs. Port Huron Northern High School, Port Huron Northern High School vs. Port Huron High School
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