Best Schools in Painesdale, Michigan
1 schools · 1 High
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Jeffers High School
High · Adams Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$87,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$87,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Painesdale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeffers High School | 7.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $62,468
- Median home value
- $87,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 97%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Painesdale compares
Median household income
$62k
85% of Michigan median
About Schools in Painesdale, Michigan
Painesdale, Michigan is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Painesdale 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 Painesdale is Jeffers High School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Painesdale is served by 1 school district: Adams Township School District. These districts collectively serve 458 students.
Painesdale's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,468. The poverty rate in the area is 16.1%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 269 students · 7th–12th | 7.8 |
Schools in Painesdale
Painesdale, Michigan · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,468
Median Home Value
$87,800
Population
439
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
97%
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Community Profile
Painesdale has a median household income of $62,468. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $87,800. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Painesdale, Michigan
How many schools are in Painesdale, Michigan?
Painesdale has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Painesdale, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Painesdale is 7.8 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 Painesdale, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Painesdale on MySchoolScout is Jeffers High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Painesdale, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Painesdale on MySchoolScout is Jeffers High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Painesdale, Michigan?
Painesdale is served by 1 school district: Adams Township School District.
What is the education level in Painesdale, Michigan?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Painesdale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Painesdale, Michigan?
The median household income in Painesdale is approximately $62,468 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Painesdale, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Painesdale is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Painesdale, 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.