Best Schools in Armada, Michigan
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Armada 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.
Orville C Krause Elementary School
Elementary · Armada Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Armada High School
High · Armada Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Armada Middle School
Middle · Armada Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Armada for 2026 are Orville C Krause Elementary School (8.1/10), Armada High School (8.1/10), and Armada Middle School (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$294,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$294,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Armada
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orville C Krause Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Armada High School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Armada Middle School | 7.7 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $110,946
- Median home value
- $294,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Armada compares
Michigan rank
#9 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$111k
151% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Armada, Michigan
Armada, Michigan is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Armada perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Armada is Orville C Krause Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Armada is served by 1 school district: Armada Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,704 students.
Armada's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,946. The poverty rate in the area is 7.1%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 758 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 387 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 534 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 9 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Armada
Armada, Michigan · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,946
Median Home Value
$294,200
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
5,315
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Community Profile
Armada has a median household income of $110,946. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,200, with a median rent of $1,141/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Armada, Michigan
How many schools are in Armada, Michigan?
Armada has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Armada, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Armada is 8.0 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 Armada, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Armada on MySchoolScout is Orville C Krause Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Armada, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Armada on MySchoolScout is Orville C Krause Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Armada, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Armada on MySchoolScout is Armada Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Armada, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Armada on MySchoolScout is Armada High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Armada, Michigan?
Armada is served by 1 school district: Armada Area Schools.
What is the education level in Armada, Michigan?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Armada have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Armada, Michigan?
The median household income in Armada is approximately $110,946 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Armada, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Armada is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Armada, 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.