Best Schools in Garden City, Michigan
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Garden City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tipton Academy Pk3
Elementary · Tipton Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus
Elementary · Garden City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Farmington 56 Campus
Middle · Garden City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Garden City for 2026 are Tipton Academy Pk3 (8.0/10), Douglas Elementary 34 Campus (7.0/10), and Farmington 56 Campus (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$162,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$162,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Garden City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tipton Academy Pk3 | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Douglas Elementary 34 Campus | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Farmington 56 Campus | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Garden City High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Garden City Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Tipton Academy 48 | 5.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Cambridge Alternative High School | 4.8 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $64,396
- Median home value
- $162,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Garden City compares
Michigan rank
#123 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$64k
88% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Garden City, Michigan
Garden City, Michigan is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Garden City 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 Garden City is Tipton Academy Pk3 with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Garden City is served by 2 school districts: Tipton Academy, Garden City Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,706 students.
Garden City's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,396. The poverty rate in the area is 11.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 282 students · Pre-K–3rd | 8.0 |
| 2 | 407 students · 1st–2nd | 7.7 |
| 3 | 214 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.3 |
| 4 | 435 students · 3rd–4th | 7.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 415 students · 5th–6th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 419 students · 7th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 857 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 314 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 230 students · 4th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Garden City
Garden City, Michigan · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,396
Median Home Value
$162,400
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
26,910
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Community Profile
Garden City has a median household income of $64,396. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,400, with a median rent of $991/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Garden City, Michigan
How many schools are in Garden City, Michigan?
Garden City has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Garden City, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Garden City is 6.6 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 Garden City, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is Tipton Academy Pk3 with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Garden City, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is Tipton Academy Pk3 with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Garden City, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is Farmington 56 Campus with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Garden City, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is Garden City High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Garden City, Michigan?
Garden City is served by 2 school districts: Tipton Academy, Garden City Public Schools.
What is the education level in Garden City, Michigan?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Garden City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Garden City, Michigan?
The median household income in Garden City is approximately $64,396 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Garden City, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Garden City is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Garden City, 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.