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Best Schools in Hudson, Michigan

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.8/10
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Choosing a school in Hudson?

Use this page to compare every school in Hudson 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.

Sacred Heart School

6.2/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Hudson Tech Alternative

5.7/10

High · Hudson Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Hudson Area Jrsr High School

5.5/10

High · Hudson Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Hudson for 2026 are Sacred Heart School (6.2/10), Hudson Tech Alternative (5.7/10), and Hudson Area Jrsr High School (5.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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

4 public · 1 private

Avg Score

4.8

out of 10

Median Home

$138,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Hudson

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Sacred Heart School 6.2 / 10
2 Hudson Tech Alternative 5.7 / 10
3 Hudson Area Jrsr High School 5.5 / 10
4 Lincoln Elementary School 3.9 / 10
5 Hudson Middle School 2.7 / 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
4.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$60,404

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$138,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
83%

Of occupied housing units

How Hudson compares

Michigan rank

#357 of 372

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.4

below Michigan avg (6.2)

Median household income

$60k

82% of Michigan median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Hudson, Michigan

Hudson, Michigan is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Hudson 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 Hudson is Sacred Heart School with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hudson is served by 1 school district: Hudson Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,318 students.

Hudson's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,404. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.

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: 49247 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 450 students · Pre-K–4th 3.9
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 66 students · Pre-K–5th 6.2

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 208 students · 5th–6th 2.7

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 187 students · 6th–12th 5.7
2 473 students · 7th–12th 5.5

Schools in Hudson

Hudson, Michigan · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$60,404

Median Home Value

$138,600

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

5,257

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Community Profile

Hudson has a median household income of $60,404. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $138,600, with a median rent of $906/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. 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 Hudson, Michigan

How many schools are in Hudson, Michigan?

Hudson has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hudson, Michigan?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hudson is 4.8 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 Hudson, Michigan?

The top-ranked school in Hudson on MySchoolScout is Sacred Heart School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hudson, Michigan?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hudson on MySchoolScout is Sacred Heart School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Hudson, Michigan?

The top-ranked middle school in Hudson on MySchoolScout is Hudson Middle School with a composite score of 2.7/10.

What is the best high school in Hudson, Michigan?

The top-ranked high school in Hudson on MySchoolScout is Hudson Tech Alternative with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Hudson, Michigan?

Hudson is served by 1 school district: Hudson Area Schools.

What is the education level in Hudson, Michigan?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Hudson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hudson, Michigan?

The median household income in Hudson is approximately $60,404 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Hudson, Michigan?

Yes, Hudson has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sacred Heart School with a score of 6.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hudson, Michigan?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hudson is 18.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hudson, 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.