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Best Schools in Kingsley, Michigan

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.1/10
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Choosing a school in Kingsley?

Use this page to compare every school in Kingsley 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.

Kingsley Area Middle School

7.8/10

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

Kingsley Area Elementary School

7.1/10

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

Kingsley Area High School

6.4/10

High · Kingsley 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 Kingsley for 2026 are Kingsley Area Middle School (7.8/10), Kingsley Area Elementary School (7.1/10), and Kingsley Area High School (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

4

3 public · 1 private

Avg Score

7.1

out of 10

Median Home

$246,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Kingsley

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Kingsley Area Middle School 7.8 / 10
2 Kingsley Area Elementary School 7.1 / 10
3 Kingsley Area High School 6.4 / 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

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$73,021

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$246,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
24%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
27 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
83%

Of occupied housing units

How Kingsley compares

Michigan rank

#66 of 372

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.9

above Michigan avg (6.2)

Median household income

$73k

100% of Michigan median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Kingsley, Michigan

Kingsley, Michigan is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Kingsley 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 Kingsley is Kingsley Area Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Kingsley is served by 1 school district: Kingsley Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,440 students.

Kingsley's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,021. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 49649 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 544 students · Pre-K–4th 7.1
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 24 students · Kindergarten–8th

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 483 students · 5th–8th 7.8

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 407 students · 9th–12th 6.4

Schools in Kingsley

Kingsley, Michigan · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$73,021

Median Home Value

$246,900

Median Rent

$1,041/mo

Population

7,293

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Community Profile

Kingsley has a median household income of $73,021. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $246,900, with a median rent of $1,041/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Kingsley, Michigan

How many schools are in Kingsley, Michigan?

Kingsley has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Kingsley, Michigan?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kingsley 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 Kingsley, Michigan?

The top-ranked school in Kingsley on MySchoolScout is Kingsley Area Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Kingsley, Michigan?

The top-ranked elementary school in Kingsley on MySchoolScout is Kingsley Area Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Kingsley, Michigan?

The top-ranked middle school in Kingsley on MySchoolScout is Kingsley Area Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best high school in Kingsley, Michigan?

The top-ranked high school in Kingsley on MySchoolScout is Kingsley Area High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve Kingsley, Michigan?

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

What is the education level in Kingsley, Michigan?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Kingsley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Kingsley, Michigan?

The median household income in Kingsley is approximately $73,021 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Kingsley, Michigan?

Yes, Kingsley has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kingsley is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kingsley, 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.