Best Schools in Dearborn Heights, Michigan
27 schools · 15 Elementary · 3 Middle · 6 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Dearborn Heights?
Use this page to compare every school in Dearborn Heights by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dearborn Stem Middle School
Middle · Dearborn City School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Anselm Elementary School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wise Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Dearborn Heights for 2026 are Dearborn Stem Middle School (9.3/10), St Anselm Elementary School (7.9/10), and Wise Academy (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 26 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
27
21 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$168,150
home value · ACS
Districts
8
serving the city
Schools
27
21 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$168,150
home value · ACS
Districts
8
serving the city
Rates 7.1/10 despite 95% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 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 Dearborn Heights schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Dearborn Heights
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (26 of 27). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dearborn Stem Middle School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | St Anselm Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Wise Academy | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Tawheed Center of Detroit School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Dearborn Heights Montessori Center | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Crestwood High School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Dreamy Islamic Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Clara B Ford Academy Sda | 7.1 / 10 |
| 9 | River Oaks Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Robichaud Senior High School | 7.0 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $61,309
- Median home value
- $168,150
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dearborn Heights compares
Michigan rank
#216 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$61k
84% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
26
About Schools in Dearborn Heights, Michigan
Dearborn Heights, Michigan has 20 ranked public schools with an average score of 6.0 out of 10 — a middle-of-the-pack baseline that masks sharp variation between the top performers and the rest of the field. Parents who research before committing to a neighborhood will find genuinely strong options. Those who default to proximity may land well below average.
Six of the 20 ranked schools — 30% of the total — score 7.0 or higher, marking a clear upper tier. Kinloch Elementary School leads the city at 8.7 out of 10, the strongest score across all grade levels. Polk Elementary (7.7) rounds out a solid pair of elementary choices for families with younger children. At the middle school level, Dearborn STEM Middle School earns an 8.3, the top mark in its grade band and a natural priority for families who plan ahead. On the high school side, Clara B Ford Academy SDA scores 8.2 and Crestwood High School comes in at 7.6 — both well above the citywide average.
The remaining 14 schools fall below the 7.0 threshold, pulling the city average down to 6.0 and revealing a meaningful performance gap between tiers. A family zoned to a lower-rated school can face a significantly different academic environment than a neighbor a few blocks away who feeds into Kinloch or Dearborn STEM. That spread matters — especially at the elementary level, where early academic outcomes shape long-term trajectory.
The most practical move for parents evaluating Dearborn Heights is to map attendance zones before choosing a home address. Top-tier schools are real and accessible here, but geography still determines access in most cases. Families targeting Dearborn STEM should investigate enrollment requirements early — specialized middle school programs often have their own processes separate from standard zoning. With strong options across all three grade bands, Dearborn Heights rewards active research. It just doesn't deliver strong outcomes automatically.
Elementary Schools
15 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 382 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 533 students · Kindergarten–4th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 382 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.0 |
| 4 | 277 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 |
| 5 | 302 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.0 |
| 6 | 360 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 |
| 7 | 426 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.8 |
| 8 | 360 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.8 |
| 9 | 564 students · Pre-K–6th | 2.6 |
| 10 | 18 students · Kindergarten–4th | — |
Show all 15 elementary schools in Dearborn Heights
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 163 students · 6th–8th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 1,163 students · 5th–8th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 574 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,284 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 57 students · 5th–12th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 365 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 4 | 55 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 5 | 104 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
| 6 | 679 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 86 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.9 | ||
| 2 | 1,643 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Wise Academy
Private
217 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.8 | ||
Schools in Dearborn Heights
Dearborn Heights, Michigan · 27 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$61,309
Median Home Value
$168,150
Median Rent
$1,265/mo
Population
62,099
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Community Profile
Dearborn Heights has a median household income of $61,309. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $168,150, with a median rent of $1,265/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 15
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 6
- Other
- 3
Resources
School Districts (8)
Crestwood School District
6 schools · 3,692 students
Star International Academy
2 schools · 1,952 students
Clara B. Ford Academy (SDA)
1 school · 57 students
Vista Meadows Academy
1 school · 86 students
Global Heights Academy
1 school · 277 students
Dearborn City School District
37 schools · 19,621 students
Dearborn Heights School District #7
6 schools · 2,459 students
Westwood Community School District
6 schools · 1,509 students
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 Dearborn Heights, Michigan
How many schools are in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
Dearborn Heights has 27 schools, including 21 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dearborn Heights is 6.1 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 Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Dearborn Heights on MySchoolScout is Dearborn Stem Middle School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dearborn Heights on MySchoolScout is St Anselm Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Dearborn Heights on MySchoolScout is Dearborn Stem Middle School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best high school in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Dearborn Heights on MySchoolScout is Crestwood High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
Dearborn Heights is served by 8 school districts: Crestwood School District, Star International Academy, Clara B. Ford Academy (sda), Vista Meadows Academy, Global Heights Academy, Dearborn City School District, Dearborn Heights School District #7, Westwood Community School District.
What is the education level in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Dearborn Heights have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The median household income in Dearborn Heights is approximately $61,309 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
Yes, Dearborn Heights has 6 private schools alongside 21 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Anselm Elementary School with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dearborn Heights is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dearborn Heights, 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.