Best Schools in Owosso, Michigan
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Owosso by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Spring Vale Christian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Paul School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Shiawassee Resd Student Learning Center West
Other · Shiawassee Regional Esd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Owosso for 2026 are Spring Vale Christian School (7.7/10), St Paul School (6.9/10), and Shiawassee Resd Student Learning Center West (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$145,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$145,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Owosso
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spring Vale Christian School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | St Paul School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Shiawassee Resd Student Learning Center West | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Owosso High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Salem Lutheran School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Emerson School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Lincoln Alternative High School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Bryant School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Central School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Owosso Middle School | 3.6 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $58,718
- Median home value
- $145,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Owosso compares
Michigan rank
#302 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$59k
80% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Owosso, Michigan
Owosso, Michigan is home to 10 schools, including 7 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Owosso 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 Owosso is Spring Vale Christian School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Owosso is served by 2 school districts: Owosso Public Schools, Shiawassee Regional ESD. These districts collectively serve 3,530 students.
Owosso's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,718. The poverty rate in the area is 13.8%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 443 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.9 | ||
| 2 | 463 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.5 | ||
| 3 | 411 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Paul School
Private
58 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | Salem Lutheran School
Private
61 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 644 students · 6th–8th | 3.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 807 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 128 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 160 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 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 | Spring Vale Christian School
Private
78 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.7 | ||
Schools in Owosso
Owosso, Michigan · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,718
Median Home Value
$145,600
Median Rent
$834/mo
Population
27,399
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Community Profile
Owosso has a median household income of $58,718. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $145,600, with a median rent of $834/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Owosso, Michigan
How many schools are in Owosso, Michigan?
Owosso has 10 schools, including 7 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Owosso, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Owosso is 5.5 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 Owosso, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Owosso on MySchoolScout is Spring Vale Christian School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Owosso, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Owosso on MySchoolScout is St Paul School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Owosso, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Owosso on MySchoolScout is Owosso Middle School with a composite score of 3.6/10.
What is the best high school in Owosso, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Owosso on MySchoolScout is Owosso High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Owosso, Michigan?
Owosso is served by 2 school districts: Owosso Public Schools, Shiawassee Regional Esd.
What is the education level in Owosso, Michigan?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Owosso have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Owosso, Michigan?
The median household income in Owosso is approximately $58,718 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Owosso, Michigan?
Yes, Owosso has 3 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Spring Vale Christian School with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Owosso, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Owosso is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Owosso, 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.