5,094
Preschools
3,540
Elementary Schools
2,259
Middle Schools
1,726
High Schools
3,292
Public District Schools
4,521
Private Schools
8,220
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 GreatSchools 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
48,782 students | DETROIT, MI
Grades PK, K-12 | 110 schools -
Utica Community Schools
25,701 students | STERLING HEIGHTS, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 38 schools -
Dearborn City School District
20,417 students | DEARBORN, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 38 schools -
Ann Arbor Public Schools
17,451 students | ANN ARBOR, MI
Grades PK, K-12 | 32 schools -
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
16,632 students | PLYMOUTH, MI
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 25 schools
Reviews From Schools in Michigan
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Parent / Guardian
April 15, 2024
The Grosse Pointe Academy is a true treasure! We are so grateful for this amazing school in our community. The teachers, administrators and the staff go above and beyond for the children EVERY DAY!... More
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Grosse Pointe Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 14, 2024
GPA welcomed us with open arms when we moved from California to Michigan. Both our daughter and son have thrived in the Early School and we couldn’t be happier. The teachers, staff, administrators,... More
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Grosse Pointe Academy
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 14, 2024
Could not recommend this place any less. As an alumni who has the displeasure of attending and who's siblings suffer through it, I hardly know where to begin. Sports is rampant with favoritism beyond... More
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North Dickinson School