Best Schools in Bad Axe, Michigan
9 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bad Axe by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Adams Elementary School
Elementary · Sigel Township S/d #3f. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bad Axe Middle School
Elementary · Bad Axe Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bad Axe High School
High · Bad Axe Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bad Axe for 2026 are Adams Elementary School (9.5/10), Bad Axe Middle School (6.8/10), and Bad Axe High School (6.7/10), 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$143,400
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$143,400
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bad Axe
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adams Elementary School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Bad Axe Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Bad Axe High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Ascent High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Bad Axe Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Huron Learning Center | 5.2 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $56,804
- Median home value
- $143,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bad Axe compares
Michigan rank
#147 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$57k
77% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Bad Axe, Michigan
Bad Axe, Michigan is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Bad Axe show moderate performance 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 Bad Axe is Adams Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bad Axe is served by 6 school districts. These districts collectively serve 1,143 students.
Bad Axe's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,804. The poverty rate in the area is 12.3%.
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 | 32 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 220 students · 3rd–6th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 201 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.2 |
| 4 | 12 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 5 | 14 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 6 | 27 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 374 students · 7th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 40 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Bad Axe
Bad Axe, Michigan · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,804
Median Home Value
$143,400
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
7,404
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Community Profile
Bad Axe has a median household income of $56,804. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,400, with a median rent of $731/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 6
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Bad Axe, Michigan
How many schools are in Bad Axe, Michigan?
Bad Axe has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bad Axe, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bad Axe is 6.5 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 Bad Axe, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Bad Axe on MySchoolScout is Adams Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bad Axe, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bad Axe on MySchoolScout is Adams Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best high school in Bad Axe, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Bad Axe on MySchoolScout is Bad Axe High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Bad Axe, Michigan?
Bad Axe is served by 6 school districts: Sigel Township S/d #3f, Bad Axe Public Schools, Church School District, Colfax Township S/d #1f, Verona Township S/d #1f, Huron ISD.
What is the education level in Bad Axe, Michigan?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Bad Axe have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bad Axe, Michigan?
The median household income in Bad Axe is approximately $56,804 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bad Axe, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bad Axe is 17.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bad Axe, 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.