Best Schools in Saint Joseph, Michigan
12 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Saint Joseph?
Use this page to compare every school in Saint Joseph by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Upton Middle School
Middle · St. Joseph Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
St Joseph High School
High · St. Joseph Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lighthouse Education Center
Other · Berrien Resa. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Saint Joseph for 2026 are Upton Middle School (7.8/10), St Joseph High School (7.6/10), and Lighthouse Education Center (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
12
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$287,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$287,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Saint Joseph
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Upton Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | St Joseph High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Lighthouse Education Center | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Brown School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Lincoln School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Clarke School | 5.5 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $101,763
- Median home value
- $287,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
73% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Saint Joseph compares
Michigan rank
#76 of 376
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$102k
139% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
11
St. Joseph Public Schools runs 71% of Saint Joseph's public schools
Saint Joseph touches 2 districts, but St. Joseph Public Schools is the one most addresses actually attend.
St. Joseph Public Schools accounts for 5 of 7 public schools (71%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.5 to 7.8 — the spread is inside Saint Joseph, not a citywide average.
- St. Joseph Public Schools5 public · 71%
- Berrien Resa2 public · 29%
About Schools in Saint Joseph, Michigan
Saint Joseph, Michigan is home to 12 schools, including 7 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Saint Joseph show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Saint Joseph is Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Saint Joseph is served by 2 school districts: St. Joseph Public Schools, Berrien RESA. These districts collectively serve 3,688 students.
Saint Joseph's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,763. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 409 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 425 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 3 | 465 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 163 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Trinity Lutheran SchoolPrivate 117 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Grace Lutheran SchoolPrivate 179 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 663 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 942 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 10 students · 6th–12th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 129 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 126 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 115 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.1 |
Schools in Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph, Michigan · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,763
Median Home Value
$287,300
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
23,575
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Saint Joseph has a median household income of $101,763. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,300, with a median rent of $1,099/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Saint Joseph, Michigan
How many schools are in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
Saint Joseph has 12 schools, including 7 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Saint Joseph is 7.0 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 Saint Joseph, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Saint Joseph on MySchoolScout is Upton Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Saint Joseph on MySchoolScout is Brown School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Saint Joseph on MySchoolScout is Upton Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Saint Joseph on MySchoolScout is St Joseph High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Saint Joseph, Michigan?
Saint Joseph is served by 2 school districts: St. Joseph Public Schools, Berrien Resa.
What is the education level in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Saint Joseph have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
The median household income in Saint Joseph is approximately $101,763 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
Yes, Saint Joseph has 5 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School with a score of 8.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Saint Joseph, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saint Joseph is 23.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Saint Joseph, 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.