Best Schools in Allen Park, Michigan
11 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Allen Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Melvindale High School
High · Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Arno Elementary School
Elementary · Allen Park Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Allen Park High School
High · Allen Park Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Allen Park for 2026 are Melvindale High School (6.8/10), Arno Elementary School (6.7/10), and Allen Park High School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
11
7 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$174,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
7 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$174,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Allen Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Melvindale High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Arno Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Allen Park High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Lindemann Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Allen Park Middle School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Bennie Elementary School | 4.0 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $80,045
- Median home value
- $174,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
30% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Allen Park compares
Michigan rank
#196 of 376
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$80k
109% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
10
Allen Park Public Schools runs 71% of Allen Park's public schools
Allen Park touches 2 districts, but Allen Park Public Schools is the one most addresses actually attend.
Allen Park Public Schools accounts for 5 of 7 public schools (71%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 6.8 — the spread is inside Allen Park, not a citywide average.
- Allen Park Public Schools5 public · 71%
- Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools2 public · 29%
About Schools in Allen Park, Michigan
Allen Park, Michigan is home to 11 schools, including 7 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Allen Park 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 Allen Park is Cabrini Academy and High School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Allen Park is served by 2 school districts: Allen Park Public Schools, Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools. These districts collectively serve 6,674 students.
Allen Park's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,045. The poverty rate in the area is 6.1%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 506 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | 642 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 3 | 413 students · Pre-K–1st | 4.9 | ||
| 4 | 506 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 219 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 7 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 901 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 979 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 1,136 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 281 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inter-City Baptist SchoolPrivate 289 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Allen Park
Allen Park, Michigan · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,045
Median Home Value
$174,500
Median Rent
$1,181/mo
Population
28,128
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Community Profile
Allen Park has a median household income of $80,045. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $174,500, with a median rent of $1,181/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Allen Park, Michigan
How many schools are in Allen Park, Michigan?
Allen Park has 11 schools, including 7 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Allen Park, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Allen Park is 6.2 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 Allen Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Allen Park on MySchoolScout is Melvindale High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Allen Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Allen Park on MySchoolScout is Arno Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Allen Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Allen Park on MySchoolScout is Allen Park Middle School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Allen Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Allen Park on MySchoolScout is Melvindale High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Allen Park, Michigan?
Allen Park is served by 2 school districts: Allen Park Public Schools, Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools.
What is the education level in Allen Park, Michigan?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Allen Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Allen Park, Michigan?
The median household income in Allen Park is approximately $80,045 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Allen Park, Michigan?
Yes, Allen Park has 4 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Cabrini Academy and High School with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Allen Park, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Allen Park is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Allen Park, 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.