Best Schools in Elsie, Michigan
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Elsie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ovidelsie High School
High · Ovid-elsie Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ovidelsie Middle School
Middle · Ovid-elsie Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ee Knight Elementary School
Elementary · Ovid-elsie Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Elsie for 2026 are Ovidelsie High School (7.1/10), Ovidelsie Middle School (6.8/10), and Ee Knight Elementary School (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$269,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$269,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Elsie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ovidelsie High School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ovidelsie Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Ee Knight Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Michigan International Prep School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Ovidelsie Comm Edalt HS | 5.2 / 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
- $91,451
- Median home value
- $269,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Elsie compares
Michigan rank
#210 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$91k
125% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Elsie, Michigan
Elsie, Michigan is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Elsie 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 Elsie is Ovidelsie High School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Elsie is served by 2 school districts: Michigan International Prep School, Ovid-Elsie Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,747 students.
Elsie's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $91,451. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 248 students · 3rd–5th | 6.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 319 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 397 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 36 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,429 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Elsie
Elsie, Michigan · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$91,451
Median Home Value
$269,300
Median Rent
$1,274/mo
Population
25,315
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Community Profile
Elsie has a median household income of $91,451. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $269,300, with a median rent of $1,274/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% 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
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Elsie, Michigan
How many schools are in Elsie, Michigan?
Elsie has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Elsie, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Elsie 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 Elsie, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Elsie on MySchoolScout is Ovidelsie High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Elsie, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Elsie on MySchoolScout is Ee Knight Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Elsie, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Elsie on MySchoolScout is Ovidelsie Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Elsie, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Elsie on MySchoolScout is Ovidelsie High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Elsie, Michigan?
Elsie is served by 2 school districts: Michigan International Prep School, Ovid-elsie Area Schools.
What is the education level in Elsie, Michigan?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Elsie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Elsie, Michigan?
The median household income in Elsie is approximately $91,451 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elsie, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Elsie is 20.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Elsie, 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.