Best Schools in Grayling, Michigan
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Grayling by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Grayling High School
High · Crawford Ausable Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Grayling Middle School
Middle · Crawford Ausable Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Great Lakes Online Education
Other · Crawford Ausable Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Grayling for 2026 are Grayling High School (7.7/10), Grayling Middle School (7.1/10), and Great Lakes Online Education (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$153,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$153,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grayling
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grayling High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Grayling Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Great Lakes Online Education | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Grayling Elementary School | 6.7 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $57,573
- Median home value
- $153,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Grayling compares
Michigan rank
#65 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
78% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Grayling, Michigan
Grayling, 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 7.1 out of 10, schools in Grayling perform strongly 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 Grayling is Grayling High School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grayling is served by 2 school districts: Michigan Department of Human Services, Crawford AuSable Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,685 students.
Grayling's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,573. The poverty rate in the area is 13.9%.
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 | 627 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · 5th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 462 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 28 students · 6th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Grayling
Grayling, Michigan · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,573
Median Home Value
$153,200
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
9,599
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Community Profile
Grayling has a median household income of $57,573. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $153,200, with a median rent of $855/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 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 Grayling, Michigan
How many schools are in Grayling, Michigan?
Grayling has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grayling, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grayling is 7.1 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 Grayling, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Grayling on MySchoolScout is Grayling High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grayling, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grayling on MySchoolScout is Grayling Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Grayling, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Grayling on MySchoolScout is Grayling Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Grayling, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Grayling on MySchoolScout is Grayling High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Grayling, Michigan?
Grayling is served by 2 school districts: Michigan Department of Human Services, Crawford Ausable Schools.
What is the education level in Grayling, Michigan?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Grayling have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grayling, Michigan?
The median household income in Grayling is approximately $57,573 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grayling, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grayling is 17.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grayling, 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.