Best Schools in Gaines, Michigan
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Gaines Elementary School
Elementary · Swartz Creek Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.0
out of 10
Median Home
$251,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.0
out of 10
Median Home
$251,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gaines
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gaines Elementary School | 3.0 / 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
- 3.0/10
- Median household income
- $91,895
- Median home value
- $251,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gaines compares
Median household income
$92k
125% of Michigan median
About Schools in Gaines, Michigan
Gaines, Michigan is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.0 out of 10, schools in Gaines face significant challenges 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 Gaines is Gaines Elementary School with a composite score of 3.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gaines is served by 1 school district: Swartz Creek Community Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,485 students.
Gaines's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $91,895. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
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 | 108 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.0 |
Schools in Gaines
Gaines, Michigan · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$91,895
Median Home Value
$251,800
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
4,251
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Gaines has a median household income of $91,895. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $251,800, with a median rent of $1,125/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Michigan
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Gaines, Michigan
How many schools are in Gaines, Michigan?
Gaines has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gaines, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gaines is 3.0 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 Gaines, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Gaines on MySchoolScout is Gaines Elementary School with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gaines, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gaines on MySchoolScout is Gaines Elementary School with a composite score of 3.0/10.
How many school districts serve Gaines, Michigan?
Gaines is served by 1 school district: Swartz Creek Community Schools.
What is the education level in Gaines, Michigan?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Gaines have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gaines, Michigan?
The median household income in Gaines is approximately $91,895 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gaines, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gaines is 21.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gaines, 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.