Best Schools in Smiths Creek, Michigan
1 schools · 1 Other
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Blue Water Christian Academy
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$191,800
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$191,800
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Smiths Creek
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 | Blue Water Christian Academy | 7.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $69,600
- Median home value
- $191,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Smiths Creek compares
Median household income
$70k
95% of Michigan median
About Schools in Smiths Creek, Michigan
Smiths Creek, Michigan is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
The highest-performing school in Smiths Creek is Blue Water Christian Academy with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Smiths Creek's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,600. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Water Christian Academy
Private
71 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Smiths Creek
Smiths Creek, Michigan · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,600
Median Home Value
$191,800
Median Rent
$1,139/mo
Population
9,617
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Smiths Creek has a median household income of $69,600. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,800, with a median rent of $1,139/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Smiths Creek, Michigan
How many schools are in Smiths Creek, Michigan?
Smiths Creek has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Smiths Creek, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Smiths Creek on MySchoolScout is Blue Water Christian Academy with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the education level in Smiths Creek, Michigan?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Smiths Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Smiths Creek, Michigan?
The median household income in Smiths Creek is approximately $69,600 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Smiths Creek, Michigan?
Yes, Smiths Creek has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Blue Water Christian Academy with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Smiths Creek, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Smiths Creek is 7.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Smiths Creek, 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.