Best Schools in Inkster, Michigan
10 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Inkster by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Burger Development Center
Other · Garden City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
American International Academy High Schoolmiddle Schooll
High · American International Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
American International Academy Upper Elementary
Elementary · American International Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Inkster for 2026 are Burger Development Center (7.4/10), American International Academy High Schoolmiddle Schooll (7.0/10), and American International Academy Upper Elementary (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$75,700
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$75,700
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 7.0/10 despite 98% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Inkster schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Inkster
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burger Development Center | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | American International Academy High Schoolmiddle Schooll | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | American International Academy Upper Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Westwood North Academy | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Inkster Preparatory Academy | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Westwood Virtual Academy | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Tomlinson Middle School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Daly School | 3.0 / 10 |
| 9 | David Hicks School | 2.8 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $39,632
- Median home value
- $75,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 46%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Inkster compares
Michigan rank
#309 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$40k
54% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Inkster, Michigan
Inkster, Michigan is home to 10 schools, including 9 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Inkster 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 Inkster is Burger Development Center with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Inkster is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 15,163 students.
Inkster's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,632. The poverty rate in the area is 36.3%.
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 | 210 students · 3rd–6th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 249 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 156 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.0 |
| 4 | 414 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 195 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 197 students · 7th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 49 students · 7th–12th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 170 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 110 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 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 | Peterson-warren Academy
Private
25 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
Schools in Inkster
Inkster, Michigan · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,632
Median Home Value
$75,700
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
25,602
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
36.3%
Community Profile
Inkster has a median household income of $39,632. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $75,700, with a median rent of $1,127/month. The area has a poverty rate of 36.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. 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
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
Resources
School Districts (5)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Michigan
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Inkster, Michigan
How many schools are in Inkster, Michigan?
Inkster has 10 schools, including 9 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Inkster, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Inkster is 5.4 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 Inkster, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Inkster on MySchoolScout is Burger Development Center with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Inkster, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Inkster on MySchoolScout is American International Academy Upper Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Inkster, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Inkster on MySchoolScout is Tomlinson Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Inkster, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Inkster on MySchoolScout is American International Academy High Schoolmiddle Schooll with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Inkster, Michigan?
Inkster is served by 5 school districts: Wayne-westland Community School District, American International Academy, Inkster Preparatory Academy, Westwood Community School District, Garden City Public Schools.
What is the education level in Inkster, Michigan?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Inkster have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Inkster, Michigan?
The median household income in Inkster is approximately $39,632 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Inkster, Michigan?
Yes, Inkster has 1 private school alongside 9 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Inkster, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Inkster is 31.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Inkster, 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.