Best Schools in Bear Lake, Michigan
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bear Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bear Lake High School
High · Bear Lake Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bear Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Bear Lake Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$203,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$203,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bear Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bear Lake High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Bear Lake Elementary School | 5.4 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $71,389
- Median home value
- $203,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bear Lake compares
Median household income
$71k
97% of Michigan median
About Schools in Bear Lake, Michigan
Bear Lake, Michigan is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Bear Lake 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 Bear Lake is Bear Lake High School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bear Lake is served by 1 school district: Bear Lake Schools. These districts collectively serve 284 students.
Bear Lake's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,389. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
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 | 166 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 118 students · 7th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Bear Lake
Bear Lake, Michigan · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,389
Median Home Value
$203,900
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
2,903
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Bear Lake has a median household income of $71,389. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,900, with a median rent of $963/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Michigan
Top metros statewide by school count.
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 Bear Lake, Michigan
How many schools are in Bear Lake, Michigan?
Bear Lake has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bear Lake, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bear Lake 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 Bear Lake, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Bear Lake on MySchoolScout is Bear Lake High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bear Lake, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bear Lake on MySchoolScout is Bear Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Bear Lake, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Bear Lake on MySchoolScout is Bear Lake High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Bear Lake, Michigan?
Bear Lake is served by 1 school district: Bear Lake Schools.
What is the education level in Bear Lake, Michigan?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Bear Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bear Lake, Michigan?
The median household income in Bear Lake is approximately $71,389 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bear Lake, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bear Lake is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bear Lake, 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.