5,163
Preschools
3,706
Elementary Schools
2,424
Middle Schools
1,890
High Schools
3,469
Public District Schools
4,499
Private Schools
8,398
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Michigan based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Michigan at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Michigan offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Michigan
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Detroit Public Schools Community District
48,548 students | DETROIT, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 118 schools -
Utica Community Schools
25,744 students | STERLING HEIGHTS, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 38 schools -
Dearborn City School District
20,128 students | DEARBORN, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 40 schools -
Ann Arbor Public Schools
17,026 students | ANN ARBOR, MI
Grades PK, K-12 | 32 schools -
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
16,294 students | PLYMOUTH, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Michigan
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
July 29, 2025
I’m writing this as a graduate of this school — I truly loved my time here and I always believed it was a place that cared for every student, no matter their academic level. Unfortunately, that has... More
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Calvary Christian Schools
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
July 29, 2025
I went to Lutheran High North and had a really positive experience. It’s a Christ-centered school where faith is taken seriously—not just in class or chapel, but in how people treat each other. That... More
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Lutheran High School-North
Parent / Guardian
July 29, 2025
My experience with this school has been disappointing, and I believe other families should be aware before enrolling their children. The social studies curriculum is heavily biased. Rather than... More
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Tecumseh Middle School