Best Schools in Yale, Michigan
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Yale?
Use this page to compare every school in Yale 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.
Yale Elementary School
Elementary · Yale Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Yale Junior High School
Middle · Yale Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Yale Senior High School
High · Yale 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 Yale for 2026 are Yale Elementary School (7.6/10), Yale Junior High School (7.3/10), and Yale Senior High School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$174,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$174,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Yale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yale Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Yale Junior High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Yale Senior High School | 6.8 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $58,177
- Median home value
- $174,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 39 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Yale compares
Michigan rank
#54 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
79% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Yale, Michigan
Yale, Michigan is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Yale perform strongly 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 Yale is Yale Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Yale is served by 1 school district: Yale Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,748 students.
Yale's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,177. The poverty rate in the area is 15.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 342 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 409 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 526 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 11 students · 6th–12th | — |
Schools in Yale
Yale, Michigan · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,177
Median Home Value
$174,800
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
5,400
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Community Profile
Yale has a median household income of $58,177. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $174,800, with a median rent of $891/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.5%. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Michigan
Top metros statewide by school count.
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 Yale, Michigan
How many schools are in Yale, Michigan?
Yale has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Yale, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yale is 7.2 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 Yale, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Yale on MySchoolScout is Yale Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Yale, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Yale on MySchoolScout is Yale Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Yale, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Yale on MySchoolScout is Yale Junior High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Yale, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Yale on MySchoolScout is Yale Senior High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Yale, Michigan?
Yale is served by 1 school district: Yale Public Schools.
What is the education level in Yale, Michigan?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Yale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Yale, Michigan?
The median household income in Yale is approximately $58,177 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Yale, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yale is 19.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yale, 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.