Best Schools in Clinton Township, Michigan
17 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Clinton Township?
Use this page to compare every school in Clinton Township by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Neil E Reid High School
High · Macomb ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Huron Academy Grades 38
Middle · Huron Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Trinity Lutheran School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Clinton Township for 2026 are Neil E Reid High School (7.5/10), Huron Academy Grades 38 (7.2/10), and Trinity Lutheran School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
17
14 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$209,567
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
17
14 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$209,567
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 68% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Clinton Township schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Clinton Township
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 17). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neil E Reid High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Huron Academy Grades 38 | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Trinity Lutheran School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Clintondale High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Rainbow Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Dianne M Pellerin Center | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Salk Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Montessori Childrens Academy | 5.7 / 10 |
| 9 | St Thecla School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Walt Disney Elementary School | 4.8 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $71,013
- Median home value
- $209,567
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
19% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Clinton Township compares
Michigan rank
#314 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$71k
97% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
16
About Schools in Clinton Township, Michigan
Clinton Township, Michigan is home to 17 schools, including 14 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Clinton Township 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 Clinton Township is Neil E Reid High School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Clinton Township is served by 6 school districts. These districts collectively serve 20,759 students.
Clinton Township's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,013. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 254 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 | ||
| 2 | 465 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 368 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.8 | ||
| 4 | 344 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.9 | ||
| 5 | 335 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.1 | ||
| 6 | 208 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.8 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Trinity Lutheran School
Private
197 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | Montessori Childrens Academy
Private
44 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.7 | ||
| 3 | St Thecla School
Private
243 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 402 students · 3rd–8th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 292 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 94 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 388 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 242 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 4 | 38 students · 12th–12th | 5.4 |
| 5 | 7 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 122 students · 15–15 | 5.6 |
Schools in Clinton Township
Clinton Township, Michigan · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$71,013
Median Home Value
$209,567
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
100,029
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
Clinton Township has a median household income of $71,013. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,567, with a median rent of $1,128/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Clinton Township, Michigan
How many schools are in Clinton Township, Michigan?
Clinton Township has 17 schools, including 14 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Clinton Township, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clinton Township is 5.4 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 Clinton Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Clinton Township on MySchoolScout is Neil E Reid High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Clinton Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Clinton Township on MySchoolScout is Trinity Lutheran School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Clinton Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Clinton Township on MySchoolScout is Huron Academy Grades 38 with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Clinton Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Clinton Township on MySchoolScout is Neil E Reid High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Clinton Township, Michigan?
Clinton Township is served by 6 school districts: Macomb Academy, Huron Academy, Clintondale Community Schools, Fraser Public Schools, L'anse Creuse Public Schools, Macomb ISD.
What is the education level in Clinton Township, Michigan?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Clinton Township have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Clinton Township, Michigan?
The median household income in Clinton Township is approximately $71,013 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Clinton Township, Michigan?
Yes, Clinton Township has 3 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Trinity Lutheran School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clinton Township, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clinton Township is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clinton Township, 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.