Best Schools in Commerce Township, Michigan
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High
Choosing a school in Commerce Township?
Use this page to compare every school in Commerce Township by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Oakley Park Elementary School
Elementary · Walled Lake Consolidated Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walled Lake Western High School
High · Walled Lake Consolidated Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Commerce Elementary School
Elementary · Walled Lake Consolidated Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Commerce Township for 2026 are Oakley Park Elementary School (8.6/10), Walled Lake Western High School (8.5/10), and Commerce Elementary School (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$346,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$346,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 37% 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 Commerce Township schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Commerce Township
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oakley Park Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Walled Lake Western High School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Commerce Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Walled Lake Central High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Glengary Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Country Oaks Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Clifford H Smart Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Oak Valley Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 9 | James R Geisler Middle 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $111,007
- Median home value
- $346,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 46%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
56% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Commerce Township compares
Michigan rank
#56 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$111k
151% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Commerce Township, Michigan
Commerce Township sits within the Walled Lake Consolidated School District, and the numbers tell a strong story. The city has 9 ranked public schools with an average score of 7.3 out of 10 — a mark that sits comfortably above midrange. Critically, 4 of those 9 schools, or 44%, score 7.0 or higher, meaning nearly half the options here clear a threshold that many suburban districts struggle to hit district-wide.
The top of the range is genuinely impressive. Oakley Park Elementary leads all Commerce Township schools with a 9.1 out of 10, making it the benchmark against which everything else in this city is measured. Two high schools follow close behind: Walled Lake Western High School earns an 8.9, and Walled Lake Central High School posts an 8.8. That kind of consistency at the secondary level matters — parents moving into this area aren't trading strong elementary performance for a weaker high school path. Glengary Elementary also clears 8.5 with an 8.7, giving families with younger children a second excellent option at the elementary level.
The lower end of the ranked schools is anchored by Commerce Elementary at 6.8. That score isn't alarming — it's still a functional school within an overall strong district — but the gap between Commerce Elementary and the city's top performers is real. Parents zoned to Commerce Elementary will see a different experience than those feeding into Oakley Park or Glengary.
For families evaluating Commerce Township, the strategic move is straightforward: confirm your address's school assignment before committing to a neighborhood. The high schools are competitive and closely matched, so secondary placement is less of a variable — both Walled Lake Western and Walled Lake Central rank among the top performers in the city. The bigger spread is at the elementary level, where the difference between Oakley Park (9.1) and Commerce Elementary (6.8) spans more than two full points. Check the district's attendance boundary maps early, since small geographic differences can determine which elementary school your child attends.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 370 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 540 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 326 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 |
| 4 | 521 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 906 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 505 students · 5th–9th | 6.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,049 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 1,135 students · 8th–12th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 581 students · 6th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Commerce Township
Commerce Township, Michigan · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$111,007
Median Home Value
$346,300
Median Rent
$1,630/mo
Population
47,668
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Community Profile
Commerce Township has a median household income of $111,007. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $346,300, with a median rent of $1,630/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
Resources
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Commerce Township, Michigan
How many schools are in Commerce Township, Michigan?
Commerce Township has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Commerce Township, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Commerce Township is 7.2 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 Commerce Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Commerce Township on MySchoolScout is Oakley Park Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Commerce Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Commerce Township on MySchoolScout is Oakley Park Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Commerce Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Commerce Township on MySchoolScout is Clifford H Smart Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Commerce Township, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Commerce Township on MySchoolScout is Walled Lake Western High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Commerce Township, Michigan?
Commerce Township is served by 2 school districts: Huron Valley Schools, Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
What is the education level in Commerce Township, Michigan?
According to Census data, 46% of adults in Commerce Township have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Commerce Township, Michigan?
The median household income in Commerce Township is approximately $111,007 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Commerce Township, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Commerce Township is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Commerce 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.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.
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.