Best Schools in Flint, Michigan
57 schools · 25 Elementary · 7 Middle · 17 High · 8 Other
Choosing a school in Flint?
Use this page to compare every school in Flint 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.
St John Vianney Catholic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Genesee Early College
High · Carman-ainsworth Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Marion D Crouse Instr Center
Other · Genesee ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Flint for 2026 are St John Vianney Catholic School (8.4/10), Genesee Early College (8.2/10), and Marion D Crouse Instr Center (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 45 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
57
51 public · 6 private
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$83,650
home value · ACS
Districts
19
serving the city
Schools
57
51 public · 6 private
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$83,650
home value · ACS
Districts
19
serving the city
Rates 6.0/10 despite 100% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 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 Flint schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Flint
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (45 of 57). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St John Vianney Catholic School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Genesee Early College | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Marion D Crouse Instr Center | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | St Paul Lutheran School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Michigan School for the Deaf | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Mott Middle College High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Northridge Academy | 6.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Madison Academy Elementarymiddle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Eagles Nest Academy | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Kearsley High School | 6.1 / 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
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $43,012
- Median home value
- $83,650
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 58%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Flint compares
Michigan rank
#352 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$43k
59% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
51
Education Snapshot
Flint, MichiganFlint's 57 schools across 19 districts serve approximately 17,068 students. The MySchoolScout composite rating averages 4.8/10 across 51 scored schools — 1.4 points below Michigan's 6.2/10 state average, placing Flint's school system well below the statewide benchmark. Twelve of the 57 campuses are charter schools, representing 21% of the campus total and providing families a meaningful alternative-sector option. The level distribution runs 25 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 17 high schools, with 8 combined or specialty campuses filling the balance. The economic context is stark: Flint's median household income of $44,638 falls 41% below Michigan's state median of $76,205, and only 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Both figures trail state norms substantially and provide measurable context for the city's composite rating gap relative to Michigan's statewide average.
About Schools in Flint, Michigan
Flint, Michigan has 46 ranked public schools with an average score of 5.2 out of 10 — a below-average baseline that reflects years of systemic underfunding and infrastructure challenges in this mid-sized city. Only 5 schools, or 11% of the ranked public options, clear the 7-out-of-10 threshold, which means parents need to research individual schools carefully rather than relying on district-wide performance to guide decisions.
The highest-rated school in the city is Marion D Crouse Instructional Center, which scores 8.8 out of 10 and operates as a specialized program. Michigan School for the Deaf, another specialized institution, earns a 7.5. These standout ratings come from schools serving specific populations, so eligibility matters — not every family will qualify. For families with mainstream elementary-age children, Madison Academy Elementary/Middle School is the strongest general option at 7.2 out of 10. Kearsley Virtual Academy and Elmer A Knopf Learning Center round out the top five, both at 7.0, offering a virtual high school track and an alternative learning environment respectively.
The spread between Flint's top performers and its city average tells the real story. A gap of 3.6 points between the top school (8.8) and the average (5.2) signals that school choice within the city matters enormously. Families who default to the nearest school based on address may land in a significantly lower-performing environment than those who actively compare options. Parents should cross-reference individual school scores alongside enrollment requirements, grade configurations, and program fit before committing to any single school.
Practically speaking, Flint parents have a narrow set of high-performing options. Specialized programs dominate the top of the rankings, which limits access based on eligibility criteria. Families with broader school-type flexibility — including virtual learning or alternative program formats — will find more highly rated options than those limited to traditional neighborhood schools. Checking enrollment timelines early is especially important in a city where the strongest seats tend to have controlled admissions or application windows.
Elementary Schools
25 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 245 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 331 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 198 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 |
| 5 | 203 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 |
| 6 | 391 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
| 7 | 215 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.7 |
| 8 | 801 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.5 |
| 9 | 340 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
| 10 | 91 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.0 |
Show all 25 elementary schools in Flint
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 305 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 2 | 425 students · 4th–6th | 5.5 | ||
| 3 | 673 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 | ||
| 4 | 171 students · 7th–8th | 3.7 | ||
| 5 | 628 students · 6th–8th | 3.6 | ||
| 6 | 389 students · 3rd–8th | 2.6 | ||
| 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 | Fairhaven Sda School
Private
7 students · 1st–8th | — | ||
High Schools
17 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 163 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 338 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 846 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 100 students · 7th–12th | 6.0 |
| 5 | 228 students · 7th–12th | 5.9 |
| 6 | 77 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
| 7 | 994 students · 8th–12th | 5.6 |
| 8 | 423 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
| 9 | 31 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 10 | 136 students · 7th–12th | 4.8 |
Show all 17 high schools in Flint
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 141 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 85 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 336 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 785 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.0 |
| 5 | 624 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.0 |
| 6 | 859 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.2 |
| 7 | 15 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
| 8 | 49 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Flint
Flint, Michigan · 57 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 6 ZIP codes
Median Income
$43,012
Median Home Value
$83,650
Median Rent
$873/mo
Population
137,726
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
27.5%
Community Profile
Flint has a median household income of $43,012. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $83,650, with a median rent of $873/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 25
- Middle
- 7
- High
- 17
- Other
- 8
Resources
School Districts (19)
Northridge Academy
1 school · 245 students
International Academy of Flint
1 school · 859 students
Linden Charter Academy
1 school · 801 students
Michigan School for the Deaf
1 school
Richfield Public School Academy
2 schools · 604 students
Madison Academy
2 schools · 571 students
The New Standard Academy
1 school · 785 students
Greater Heights Academy
1 school · 203 students
WAY Academy - Flint
1 school · 100 students
Eagle's Nest Academy
1 school · 198 students
Flex High School of Michigan
2 schools · 306 students
Flint Cultural Center Academy
1 school · 624 students
Beecher Community School District
3 schools · 581 students
Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
10 schools · 3,722 students
Flint School District of the City of
14 schools · 2,886 students
Kearsley Community School District
6 schools · 2,863 students
Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools
9 schools · 1,479 students
Westwood Heights Schools
5 schools · 1,564 students
Genesee ISD
6 schools · 2,697 students
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Flint, Michigan
How many schools are in Flint, Michigan?
Flint has 57 schools, including 51 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Flint, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Flint is 4.9 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 Flint, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Flint on MySchoolScout is St John Vianney Catholic School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Flint, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Flint on MySchoolScout is St John Vianney Catholic School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Flint, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Flint on MySchoolScout is Holmes Stem Middle School Academy with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Flint, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Flint on MySchoolScout is Genesee Early College with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Flint, Michigan?
Flint is served by 19 school districts: Northridge Academy, International Academy of Flint, Linden Charter Academy, Michigan School for the Deaf, Richfield Public School Academy, Madison Academy, The New Standard Academy, Greater Heights Academy, Way Academy - Flint, Eagle's Nest Academy, Flex High School of Michigan, Flint Cultural Center Academy, Beecher Community School District, Carman-ainsworth Community Schools, Flint School District of the City of, Kearsley Community School District, Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools, Westwood Heights Schools, Genesee ISD.
What is the education level in Flint, Michigan?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Flint have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Flint, Michigan?
The median household income in Flint is approximately $43,012 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Flint, Michigan?
Yes, Flint has 6 private schools alongside 51 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John Vianney Catholic School with a score of 8.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Flint, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Flint is 19.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Flint, 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.