Best Schools in Brimley, Michigan
2 schools · 2 Other
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Brimley Area School
Other · Brimley Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ojibwe Charter School
Other · Ojibwe Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$164,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$164,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Brimley
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 | Brimley Area School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Ojibwe Charter 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $62,045
- Median home value
- $164,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Brimley compares
Median household income
$62k
85% of Michigan median
About Schools in Brimley, Michigan
Brimley, Michigan is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Brimley 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 Brimley is Brimley Area School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Brimley is served by 2 school districts: Ojibwe Charter School, Brimley Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 588 students.
Brimley's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,045. The poverty rate in the area is 14.4%.
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.
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 451 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 137 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.7 |
Schools in Brimley
Brimley, Michigan · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,045
Median Home Value
$164,100
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
3,222
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Community Profile
Brimley has a median household income of $62,045. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,100, with a median rent of $585/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Brimley, Michigan
How many schools are in Brimley, Michigan?
Brimley has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Brimley, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Brimley is 7.8 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 Brimley, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Brimley on MySchoolScout is Brimley Area School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Brimley, Michigan?
Brimley is served by 2 school districts: Ojibwe Charter School, Brimley Area Schools.
What is the education level in Brimley, Michigan?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Brimley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Brimley, Michigan?
The median household income in Brimley is approximately $62,045 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Brimley, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Brimley is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Brimley, 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.