Best Schools in Rapid River, Michigan
1 schools · 1 Other
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Tritownship School
Other · Rapid River Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$165,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$165,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rapid River
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 | Tritownship School | 7.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $63,750
- Median home value
- $165,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 96%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rapid River compares
Median household income
$64k
87% of Michigan median
About Schools in Rapid River, Michigan
Rapid River, Michigan is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Rapid River 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 Rapid River is Tritownship School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rapid River is served by 1 school district: Rapid River Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 253 students.
Rapid River's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,750. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 253 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.7 |
Schools in Rapid River
Rapid River, Michigan · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,750
Median Home Value
$165,200
Median Rent
$875/mo
Population
3,184
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
96%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Community Profile
Rapid River has a median household income of $63,750. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,200, with a median rent of $875/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Rapid River, Michigan
How many schools are in Rapid River, Michigan?
Rapid River has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rapid River, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rapid River is 7.7 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 Rapid River, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Rapid River on MySchoolScout is Tritownship School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Rapid River, Michigan?
Rapid River is served by 1 school district: Rapid River Public Schools.
What is the education level in Rapid River, Michigan?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Rapid River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rapid River, Michigan?
The median household income in Rapid River is approximately $63,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rapid River, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rapid River is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rapid River, 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.