Best Schools in Onaway, Michigan
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Onaway by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Onaway Senior High School
High · Onaway Area Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Onaway Middle School
Middle · Onaway Area Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Onaway Elementary School
Elementary · Onaway Area Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Onaway for 2026 are Onaway Senior High School (7.0/10), Onaway Middle School (5.7/10), and Onaway Elementary School (4.5/10), 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
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$114,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$114,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Onaway
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 | Onaway Senior High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Onaway Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Onaway Elementary School | 4.5 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $53,125
- Median home value
- $114,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Onaway compares
Michigan rank
#264 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$53k
72% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Onaway, Michigan
Onaway, Michigan is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Onaway 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 Onaway is Onaway Senior High School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Onaway is served by 2 school districts: Presque Isle Academy, Onaway Area Community School District. These districts collectively serve 543 students.
Onaway's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,125. The poverty rate in the area is 16.7%.
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 | 243 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 115 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 167 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 18 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Onaway
Onaway, Michigan · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,125
Median Home Value
$114,300
Median Rent
$753/mo
Population
4,287
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Community Profile
Onaway has a median household income of $53,125. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,300, with a median rent of $753/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.7%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Onaway, Michigan
How many schools are in Onaway, Michigan?
Onaway has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Onaway, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Onaway is 5.7 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 Onaway, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Onaway on MySchoolScout is Onaway Senior High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Onaway, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Onaway on MySchoolScout is Onaway Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Onaway, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Onaway on MySchoolScout is Onaway Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Onaway, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Onaway on MySchoolScout is Onaway Senior High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Onaway, Michigan?
Onaway is served by 2 school districts: Presque Isle Academy, Onaway Area Community School District.
What is the education level in Onaway, Michigan?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Onaway have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Onaway, Michigan?
The median household income in Onaway is approximately $53,125 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Onaway, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Onaway is 18.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Onaway, 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.