Best Schools in Melvindale, Michigan
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Melvindale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Academy for Business and Technology High School
High · Academy for Business and Technology. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Julian O Strong Middle School
Middle · Melvindale-northern Allen Park Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Allendale Elementary School
Elementary · Melvindale-northern Allen Park Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Melvindale for 2026 are Academy for Business and Technology High School (5.0/10), Julian O Strong Middle School (4.5/10), and Allendale Elementary School (3.0/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$113,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$113,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Melvindale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academy for Business and Technology High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Julian O Strong Middle School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Allendale Elementary School | 3.0 / 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
- 4.2/10
- Median household income
- $41,356
- Median home value
- $113,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Melvindale compares
Michigan rank
#371 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.0
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$41k
56% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Melvindale, Michigan
Melvindale, Michigan is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.2 out of 10, schools in Melvindale 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 Melvindale is Academy for Business and Technology High School with a composite score of 5.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Melvindale is served by 2 school districts: Academy for Business and Technology, Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,442 students.
Melvindale's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,356. The poverty rate in the area is 34.4%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 889 students · 2nd–5th | 3.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 669 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 237 students · 6th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Melvindale
Melvindale, Michigan · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$41,356
Median Home Value
$113,100
Median Rent
$1,116/mo
Population
12,605
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
34.4%
Community Profile
Melvindale has a median household income of $41,356. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $113,100, with a median rent of $1,116/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Melvindale, Michigan
How many schools are in Melvindale, Michigan?
Melvindale has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Melvindale, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Melvindale is 4.2 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 Melvindale, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Melvindale on MySchoolScout is Academy for Business and Technology High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Melvindale, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Melvindale on MySchoolScout is Allendale Elementary School with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Melvindale, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Melvindale on MySchoolScout is Julian O Strong Middle School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best high school in Melvindale, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Melvindale on MySchoolScout is Academy for Business and Technology High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Melvindale, Michigan?
Melvindale is served by 2 school districts: Academy for Business and Technology, Melvindale-northern Allen Park Schools.
What is the education level in Melvindale, Michigan?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Melvindale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Melvindale, Michigan?
The median household income in Melvindale is approximately $41,356 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Melvindale, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Melvindale is 17.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Melvindale, 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.