Best Schools in Woodhaven, Michigan
5 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Woodhaven by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Yake Elementary School
Elementary · Woodhaven-brownstown School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Patrick Henry Middle School
Other · Woodhaven-brownstown School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Frank E Weiss Elem School
Elementary · Gibraltar School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Woodhaven for 2026 are Yake Elementary School (8.3/10), Patrick Henry Middle School (5.7/10), and Frank E Weiss Elem School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$214,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$214,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Woodhaven
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yake Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Patrick Henry Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Frank E Weiss Elem School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Bates Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Erving Elementary School | 4.8 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $82,020
- Median home value
- $214,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Woodhaven compares
Michigan rank
#235 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$82k
112% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Woodhaven, Michigan
Woodhaven, Michigan is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Woodhaven 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 Woodhaven is Yake Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Woodhaven is served by 2 school districts: Gibraltar School District, Woodhaven-Brownstown School District. These districts collectively serve 9,236 students.
Woodhaven's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,020. The poverty rate in the area is 9.9%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 443 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 300 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 460 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 |
| 4 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 810 students · 8th–9th | 5.7 |
Schools in Woodhaven
Woodhaven, Michigan · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,020
Median Home Value
$214,000
Median Rent
$1,009/mo
Population
41,863
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Community Profile
Woodhaven has a median household income of $82,020. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $214,000, with a median rent of $1,009/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 4
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Woodhaven, Michigan
How many schools are in Woodhaven, Michigan?
Woodhaven has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Woodhaven, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Woodhaven is 5.9 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 Woodhaven, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Woodhaven on MySchoolScout is Yake Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Woodhaven, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Woodhaven on MySchoolScout is Yake Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Woodhaven, Michigan?
Woodhaven is served by 2 school districts: Gibraltar School District, Woodhaven-brownstown School District.
What is the education level in Woodhaven, Michigan?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Woodhaven have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Woodhaven, Michigan?
The median household income in Woodhaven is approximately $82,020 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Woodhaven, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Woodhaven is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Woodhaven, 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.