Best Schools in Bangor, Michigan
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bangor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bangor Career Academy
Other · Bangor Public Schools (van Buren). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bangor High School
High · Bangor Public Schools (van Buren). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Walnut Elementary School
Elementary · Bangor Public Schools (van Buren). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bangor for 2026 are Bangor Career Academy (6.1/10), Bangor High School (6.0/10), and South Walnut Elementary School (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$140,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$140,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bangor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bangor Career Academy | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Bangor High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | South Walnut Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Maple Creek Education Center | 4.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Bangor Middle School | 4.6 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $58,264
- Median home value
- $140,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bangor compares
Michigan rank
#325 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
79% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Bangor, Michigan
Bangor, Michigan is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Bangor 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 Bangor is Bangor Career Academy with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bangor is served by 3 school districts: Bangor Public Schools (Van Buren), Bangor Township S/D #8, Van Buren ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,647 students.
Bangor's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,264. The poverty rate in the area is 22.0%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 341 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.2 |
| 2 | 25 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 294 students · 5th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 277 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 32 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Bangor
Bangor, Michigan · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,264
Median Home Value
$140,100
Median Rent
$757/mo
Population
5,020
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
22.0%
Community Profile
Bangor has a median household income of $58,264. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $140,100, with a median rent of $757/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bangor, Michigan
How many schools are in Bangor, Michigan?
Bangor has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bangor, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bangor is 5.3 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 Bangor, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Bangor on MySchoolScout is Bangor Career Academy with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bangor, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bangor on MySchoolScout is South Walnut Elementary School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Bangor, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Bangor on MySchoolScout is Bangor Middle School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Bangor, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Bangor on MySchoolScout is Bangor High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Bangor, Michigan?
Bangor is served by 3 school districts: Bangor Public Schools (van Buren), Bangor Township S/d #8, Van Buren ISD.
What is the education level in Bangor, Michigan?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Bangor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bangor, Michigan?
The median household income in Bangor is approximately $58,264 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bangor, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bangor is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bangor, 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.