Best Schools in Wyandotte, Michigan
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Wyandotte?
Use this page to compare every school in Wyandotte by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jo Brighton Skills Center
Other · Wyandotte School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Madison School
Other · Wyandotte School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The Lincoln Center
Other · Wyandotte School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wyandotte for 2026 are Jo Brighton Skills Center (7.8/10), Madison School (7.7/10), and The Lincoln Center (7.3/10), 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$159,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$159,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.7/10 despite 62% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 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 Wyandotte schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Wyandotte
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jo Brighton Skills Center | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Madison School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | The Lincoln Center | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Roosevelt High School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Washington Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Woodrow Wilson School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Monroe Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Garfield Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Jefferson Elementary School | 4.5 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $67,846
- Median home value
- $159,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wyandotte compares
Michigan rank
#196 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$68k
92% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Wyandotte, Michigan
Wyandotte's public school system is compact and navigable. Nine ranked public schools serve this Wayne County city, spanning elementary through secondary options. The system averages 6.5 out of 10 across all ranked schools — a score that reflects a mix of solid performers and schools still developing, with real variation worth paying attention to as you compare options.
One-third of Wyandotte's schools — three out of nine — score 7.0 or higher, signaling a meaningful top tier within a small district. The Lincoln Center leads the city at 7.8, the strongest score in the public system and a clear benchmark for parents prioritizing academic performance. Monroe Elementary follows at 7.5, making it the top option for families placing younger children. Jo Brighton Skills Center rounds out the 7-plus tier at 7.0, offering an alternative pathway worth exploring depending on your child's needs and interests.
The middle of the range is anchored by Madison School at 6.8 and Woodrow Wilson School at 6.5. Woodrow Wilson sits precisely at the city average, which means half the district's schools outperform it and half fall below. For middle-grade families, that's a useful frame: Woodrow Wilson is the city's median, not a ceiling. Parents researching the lower half of the nine ranked schools should weight specific program offerings and recent performance trends alongside the summary scores.
Wyandotte is a practical market for school research. With only nine ranked public schools, you can meaningfully compare every option — this isn't a city where the volume of choices obscures the picture. The concentration of top performers in the 7-plus tier means parents who prioritize access to the strongest academic environments have clear targets. Families zoned outside Lincoln Center or Monroe Elementary should check open enrollment policies, which can expand access in smaller Michigan districts. Overall, Wyandotte's schools landscape rewards direct comparison: the data is tight, the spread is readable, and the top schools are identifiable without significant guesswork.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 367 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 383 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.7 |
| 3 | 439 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.6 |
| 4 | 499 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 845 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,230 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 157 students · 4th–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 158 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 130 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Wyandotte
Wyandotte, Michigan · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,846
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
24,593
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Wyandotte has a median household income of $67,846. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,700, with a median rent of $995/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 3
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Wyandotte, Michigan
How many schools are in Wyandotte, Michigan?
Wyandotte has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wyandotte, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wyandotte is 6.2 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 Wyandotte, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Wyandotte on MySchoolScout is Jo Brighton Skills Center with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wyandotte, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wyandotte on MySchoolScout is Washington Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Wyandotte, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Wyandotte on MySchoolScout is Woodrow Wilson School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Wyandotte, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Wyandotte on MySchoolScout is Roosevelt High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Wyandotte, Michigan?
Wyandotte is served by 1 school district: Wyandotte School District of the City of.
What is the education level in Wyandotte, Michigan?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Wyandotte have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wyandotte, Michigan?
The median household income in Wyandotte is approximately $67,846 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wyandotte, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wyandotte is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wyandotte, 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.