Michigan is the #7 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,386,814 students across the 3,520 public schools for the 2024-25 school year (there are , serving 152,335 students). 90% of all K-12 students in Michigan attend public schools, compared to the national average of 89%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Michigan is 34%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 46%.
The top-ranked public schools in Michigan are Gallimore Elementary School, Webster Elementary School, and International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 36%, with the majority being Black and the student:teacher ratio is 17:1.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="list-title">Student by Ethnicity
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.]( "This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.")
(MI) School Average
American Indian
1%
Asian
3%
Hispanic
9%
Black
18%
White
64%
Two or more races
5%
Top Ranked Public Schools in Michigan (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Gallimore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
8375 N Sheldon Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-3150
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-3150
Rank: #22.
Webster Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 1-6
32401 Pembroke St
Livonia, MI 48152
(734) 774-2795
Livonia, MI 48152
(734) 774-2795
Rank: #33.
International Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
1020 E Square Lake Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 341-5905
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 341-5905
Rank: #44.
Dearborn Stem Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
22586 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Rank: #55.
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 2-8
1435 W Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Brown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 94% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
8064 Byron Center Ave Sw
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6200
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6200
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Crestwood Accelerated Program
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
7500 N Vernon St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-0425
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 278-0425
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Jo Brighton Skills Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Grades: 4-12
4460 18th St
Wyandotte, MI 48192
(734) 759-6300
Wyandotte, MI 48192
(734) 759-6300
Rank: #99.
Amerman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 89% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
847 N Center St
Northville, MI 48167
(248) 465-2100
Northville, MI 48167
(248) 465-2100
Rank: #1010.
International Academy Of Macomb
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
42755 Romeo Plank Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 723-7200
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="list-title center">Best Michigan Public Schools by County (2024-25)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Michigan?
The top-ranked public schools in Michigan include Gallimore Elementary School, Webster Elementary School, and International Academy.
How many public schools are located in Michigan?
3,520 public schools are located in Michigan.
What percentage of students in Michigan go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Michigan attend public schools (compared to the national average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Michigan?
Minority enrollment in Michigan is 36%, with the majority being Black.
Which public schools in Michigan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Michigan include: Elmer A Knopf Learning Center vs. Marion D Crouse Instr Center, Grosse Pointe South High School vs. Grosse Pointe North High School, Macatawa Bay Middle School vs. Harbor Lights Middle School
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