Best Schools in Vanderbilt, Michigan
1 schools · 1 Other
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Vanderbilt Area School
Other · Vanderbilt Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$162,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$162,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Vanderbilt
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 | Vanderbilt Area School | 5.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $57,367
- Median home value
- $162,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vanderbilt compares
Median household income
$57k
78% of Michigan median
About Schools in Vanderbilt, Michigan
Vanderbilt, Michigan is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Vanderbilt show moderate performance 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 Vanderbilt is Vanderbilt Area School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vanderbilt is served by 1 school district: Vanderbilt Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 112 students.
Vanderbilt's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,367. The poverty rate in the area is 20.2%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 112 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt, Michigan · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,367
Median Home Value
$162,700
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
1,918
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Community Profile
Vanderbilt has a median household income of $57,367. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,700, with a median rent of $918/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Vanderbilt, Michigan
How many schools are in Vanderbilt, Michigan?
Vanderbilt has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vanderbilt, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vanderbilt is 5.2 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 Vanderbilt, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Vanderbilt on MySchoolScout is Vanderbilt Area School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Vanderbilt, Michigan?
Vanderbilt is served by 1 school district: Vanderbilt Area Schools.
What is the education level in Vanderbilt, Michigan?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Vanderbilt have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vanderbilt, Michigan?
The median household income in Vanderbilt is approximately $57,367 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vanderbilt, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vanderbilt is 28.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vanderbilt, 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.