Best Schools in Clay, Michigan
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Clay by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Algonquin Elementary School
Elementary · Algonac Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Algonac Juniorsenior High School
High · Algonac Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$250,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$250,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Clay
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algonquin Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Algonac Juniorsenior High School | 7.4 / 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
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $64,538
- Median home value
- $250,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Clay compares
Michigan rank
#42 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$65k
88% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Clay, Michigan
Clay, Michigan is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Clay 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 Clay is Algonquin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Clay is served by 1 school district: Algonac Community School District. These districts collectively serve 1,348 students.
Clay's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,538. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 457 students · 2nd–6th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 185 students · Pre-K–1st | 6.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 671 students · 7th–12th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 21 students · 7th–12th | — |
Schools in Clay
Clay, Michigan · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,538
Median Home Value
$250,000
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
11,502
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Clay has a median household income of $64,538. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $250,000, with a median rent of $921/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 2
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Clay, Michigan
How many schools are in Clay, Michigan?
Clay has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Clay, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clay is 7.4 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 Clay, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Clay on MySchoolScout is Algonquin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Clay, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Clay on MySchoolScout is Algonquin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Clay, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Clay on MySchoolScout is Algonac Juniorsenior High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Clay, Michigan?
Clay is served by 1 school district: Algonac Community School District.
What is the education level in Clay, Michigan?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Clay have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Clay, Michigan?
The median household income in Clay is approximately $64,538 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clay, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clay is 19.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clay, 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.