Best Schools in Spring Lake, Michigan
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Spring Lake?
Use this page to compare every school in Spring Lake 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.
Holmes Elementary School
Elementary · Spring Lake Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jeffers Elementary School
Elementary · Spring Lake Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Spring Lake Intermediate School
Middle · Spring Lake Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Spring Lake for 2026 are Holmes Elementary School (9.5/10), Jeffers Elementary School (9.5/10), and Spring Lake Intermediate School (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$294,500
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$294,500
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 47% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Spring Lake schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Spring Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holmes Elementary School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Jeffers Elementary School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Spring Lake Intermediate School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Lake Hills Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Spring Lake Middle School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Spring Lake High School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 7 | St Mary's School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Walden Green Montessori | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | West Mi Academy of Arts and Academics | 5.9 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $85,807
- Median home value
- $294,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 47%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Spring Lake compares
Michigan rank
#7 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$86k
117% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Spring Lake, Michigan
Spring Lake, Michigan offers 8 ranked public schools with an average score of 7.6 out of 10. Five of those 8 schools — 62% — clear the 7-point mark. That means a family moving to Spring Lake can expect strong academics at most grade levels, not just at a single high-performing campus. The city's top score of 9.5 at Holmes Elementary confirms the ceiling is genuinely high.
The elementary tier sets the tone. Holmes Elementary School scores 9.5 out of 10, the highest mark among all 8 ranked schools. Jeffers Elementary follows at 8.9. Both schools landing above 8.5 gives parents of young children two substantive choices — not a clear winner with a fallback, but two genuinely strong options side by side.
The upper grade levels sustain that quality. Spring Lake High School scores 8.2 out of 10, above the city's 7.6 average, and Spring Lake Intermediate School checks in at 7.7. The pipeline actually strengthens from middle to high school — families who stay in the district see academic performance improve, not slide, as students advance. Walden Green Montessori rounds out the elementary options at 7.4, offering a structured alternative for families who prefer a non-traditional model.
For parents comparing districts, Spring Lake's compact size works in its favor. Across just 8 schools, 62% score 7 or better — that ratio reflects system-wide quality, not a single star school propping up weaker neighbors. The 9.5 at Holmes and 8.9 at Jeffers are the standout numbers, but the high school's 8.2 confirms the district delivers across all grade levels. Families who want consistent performance start to finish — from first enrollment through graduation — will find Spring Lake worth serious consideration.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · Pre-K–4th | 9.5 | ||
| 2 | 368 students · Pre-K–4th | 9.5 | ||
| 3 | 275 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.7 | ||
| 4 | 237 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.2 | ||
| 5 | 423 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 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 Mary's School
Private
150 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | Little Lakers Learning Center
Private
13 students · Pre-K–TK | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 331 students · 5th–9th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 366 students · 7th–8th | 8.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 793 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 15 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Spring Lake
Spring Lake, Michigan · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,807
Median Home Value
$294,500
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
19,972
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Community Profile
Spring Lake has a median household income of $85,807. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,500, with a median rent of $1,184/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Spring Lake, Michigan
How many schools are in Spring Lake, Michigan?
Spring Lake has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Spring Lake, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spring Lake is 8.0 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 Spring Lake, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Holmes Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Spring Lake, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Holmes Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Spring Lake, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Spring Lake Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in Spring Lake, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Spring Lake High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Spring Lake, Michigan?
Spring Lake is served by 4 school districts: Walden Green Montessori, West Mi Academy of Arts and Academics, Grand Haven Area Public Schools, Spring Lake Public Schools.
What is the education level in Spring Lake, Michigan?
According to Census data, 47% of adults in Spring Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Spring Lake, Michigan?
The median household income in Spring Lake is approximately $85,807 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Spring Lake, Michigan?
Yes, Spring Lake has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary's School with a score of 6.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Spring Lake, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spring Lake is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spring Lake, 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.