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Best Schools in Harrison Township, Michigan

7 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High

Public: 7
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Harrison Township by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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High School

6.8/10

High · L'anse Creuse Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Donald J Yacks Elem School

6.1/10

Elementary · L'anse Creuse Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

South River Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary · L'anse Creuse 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 Harrison Township for 2026 are High School (6.8/10), Donald J Yacks Elem School (6.1/10), and South River Elementary School (6.0/10), 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

7

in this city

Avg Score

5.8

out of 10

Median Home

$243,000

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Harrison Township

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 High School 6.8 / 10
2 Donald J Yacks Elem School 6.1 / 10
3 South River Elementary School 6.0 / 10
4 Emma V Lobbestael Elem School 5.8 / 10
5 Marie C Graham Elem School 5.6 / 10
6 Middle School Central 5.4 / 10
7 Middle School South 4.7 / 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
5.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$77,808

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$243,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
26%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
71%

Of occupied housing units

How Harrison Township compares

Michigan rank

#259 of 372

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.4

below Michigan avg (6.2)

Median household income

$78k

106% of Michigan median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Harrison Township, Michigan

Harrison Township, Michigan is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Harrison Township 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 Harrison Township is High School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Harrison Township is served by 1 school district: L'Anse Creuse Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 9,297 students.

Harrison Township's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,808. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 48045 (7)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 310 students · Pre-K–5th 6.1
2 526 students · Kindergarten–5th 6.0
3 267 students · Pre-K–5th 5.8
4 326 students · Pre-K–5th 5.6

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 552 students · 6th–8th 5.4
2 389 students · 6th–8th 4.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 1,214 students · 9th–12th 6.8

Schools in Harrison Township

Harrison Township, Michigan · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$77,808

Median Home Value

$243,000

Median Rent

$1,085/mo

Population

24,118

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Community Profile

Harrison Township has a median household income of $77,808. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $243,000, with a median rent of $1,085/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Harrison Township, Michigan

How many schools are in Harrison Township, Michigan?

Harrison Township has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Harrison Township, Michigan?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harrison Township is 5.8 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 Harrison Township, Michigan?

The top-ranked school in Harrison Township on MySchoolScout is High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Harrison Township, Michigan?

The top-ranked elementary school in Harrison Township on MySchoolScout is Donald J Yacks Elem School with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Harrison Township, Michigan?

The top-ranked middle school in Harrison Township on MySchoolScout is Middle School Central with a composite score of 5.4/10.

What is the best high school in Harrison Township, Michigan?

The top-ranked high school in Harrison Township on MySchoolScout is High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve Harrison Township, Michigan?

Harrison Township is served by 1 school district: L'anse Creuse Public Schools.

What is the education level in Harrison Township, Michigan?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Harrison Township have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Harrison Township, Michigan?

The median household income in Harrison Township is approximately $77,808 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Harrison Township, Michigan?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harrison Township is 16.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harrison Township, 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.