Best Schools in Adrian, Michigan
18 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Adrian?
Use this page to compare every school in Adrian by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Jclisd Academy a Regional Middle College
High · Lenawee ISD. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Madison High School
High · Madison School District (lenawee). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Madison Elementary School
Elementary · Madison School District (lenawee). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Adrian for 2026 are Jclisd Academy a Regional Middle College (8.8/10), Madison High School (7.6/10), and Madison Elementary School (6.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
18
15 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$158,700
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
18
15 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$158,700
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 55% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Adrian schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Adrian
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 18 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jclisd Academy a Regional Middle College | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Madison High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Madison Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Madison Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Adrian High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Adrian Community High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Springbrook Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Lincoln Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Milton C Porter Ed Center | 5.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Michener Elementary School | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $57,316
- Median home value
- $158,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Adrian compares
Michigan rank
#273 of 376
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$57k
78% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
15
Adrian's public schools split across 5 districts
No single ISD owns Adrian. The public campuses divide among 5 districts.
The largest shares: Adrian Public Schools (7), Lenawee ISD (3), Madison School District (lenawee) (3).
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.2 to 8.8 — the spread is inside Adrian, not a citywide average.
- Adrian Public Schools7 public · 47%
- Lenawee ISD3 public · 20%
- Madison School District (lenawee)3 public · 20%
- Michigan Department of Corrections1 public · 7%
- Tecumseh Public Schools1 public · 7%
About Schools in Adrian, Michigan
Adrian, Michigan is home to 18 schools, including 15 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Adrian show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Adrian is Jclisd Academy a Regional Middle College with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Adrian is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 7,370 students.
Adrian's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,316. The poverty rate in the area is 17.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 791 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 2 | 291 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 3 | 278 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 | ||
| 4 | 460 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.3 | ||
| 5 | 244 students · Pre-K–3rd | 4.2 | ||
| 6 | 201 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Stephen Lutheran SchoolPrivate 39 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 367 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 602 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · 9th–12th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 462 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 804 students · 8th–12th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 49 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 5 | 7 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.0 | ||
| 2 | 29 students · 4th–12th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Lenawee Christian SchoolPrivate 426 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Berean Baptist AcademyPrivate 15 students · 3rd–11th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Adrian
Adrian, Michigan · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,316
Median Home Value
$158,700
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
41,041
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Community Profile
Adrian has a median household income of $57,316. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,700, with a median rent of $986/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
- Other
- 4
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Adrian, Michigan
How many schools are in Adrian, Michigan?
Adrian has 18 schools, including 15 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Adrian, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Adrian is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Adrian, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Adrian on MySchoolScout is Jclisd Academy a Regional Middle College with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Adrian, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Adrian on MySchoolScout is Madison Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Adrian, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Adrian on MySchoolScout is Madison Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Adrian, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Adrian on MySchoolScout is Jclisd Academy a Regional Middle College with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve Adrian, Michigan?
Adrian is served by 5 school districts: Michigan Department of Corrections, Adrian Public Schools, Madison School District (lenawee), Tecumseh Public Schools, Lenawee ISD.
What is the education level in Adrian, Michigan?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Adrian have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Adrian, Michigan?
The median household income in Adrian is approximately $57,316 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Adrian, Michigan?
Yes, Adrian has 3 private schools alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is Lenawee Christian School with a score of 7.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Adrian, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Adrian is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Adrian, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.