Best Schools in Swartz Creek, Michigan
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Swartz Creek?
Use this page to compare every school in Swartz Creek by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Rankin Elementary School
Elementary · Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Swartz Creek High School
High · Swartz Creek Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center
Other · Swartz Creek Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Swartz Creek for 2026 are Rankin Elementary School (6.8/10), Swartz Creek High School (6.4/10), and Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$191,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$191,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.4/10 despite 49% 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 Swartz Creek schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Swartz Creek
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rankin Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Swartz Creek High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center | 5.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Swartz Creek Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Dieck Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Syring Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Elms Road Elementary School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Morrish Elementary School | 3.9 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $76,765
- Median home value
- $191,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
11% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Swartz Creek compares
Michigan rank
#265 of 376
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$77k
105% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
9
Swartz Creek Community Schools runs 88% of Swartz Creek's public schools
Swartz Creek touches 2 districts, but Swartz Creek Community Schools is the one most addresses actually attend.
Swartz Creek Community Schools accounts for 7 of 8 public schools (88%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 6.8 — the spread is inside Swartz Creek, not a citywide average.
- Swartz Creek Community Schools7 public · 88%
- Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools1 public · 13%
About Schools in Swartz Creek, Michigan
Swartz Creek, Michigan is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Swartz Creek 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 Swartz Creek is Genesee Academy with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Swartz Creek is served by 2 school districts: Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools, Swartz Creek Community Schools. These districts collectively serve 7,207 students.
Swartz Creek's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,765. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 287 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 305 students · 2nd–5th | 5.3 |
| 3 | 339 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.2 |
| 4 | 408 students · 3rd–5th | 4.4 |
| 5 | 440 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 754 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,028 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 103 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Genesee AcademyPrivate 277 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Swartz Creek
Swartz Creek, Michigan · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,765
Median Home Value
$191,700
Median Rent
$1,092/mo
Population
22,793
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Community Profile
Swartz Creek has a median household income of $76,765. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,700, with a median rent of $1,092/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Swartz Creek, Michigan
How many schools are in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
Swartz Creek has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Swartz Creek is 5.8 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 Swartz Creek, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Swartz Creek on MySchoolScout is Rankin Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Swartz Creek on MySchoolScout is Rankin Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Swartz Creek on MySchoolScout is Swartz Creek Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Swartz Creek on MySchoolScout is Swartz Creek High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Swartz Creek, Michigan?
Swartz Creek is served by 2 school districts: Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools, Swartz Creek Community Schools.
What is the education level in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Swartz Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
The median household income in Swartz Creek is approximately $76,765 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
Yes, Swartz Creek has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Genesee Academy with a score of 8.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Swartz Creek, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Swartz Creek is 17.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Swartz 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.