For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,601 students in Clare, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Clare, MI are Claregladwin Area School, Clare Pioneer High School and Clare High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clare, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Clare have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clare, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Claregladwin Area School
Special Education School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4041 E Mannsiding Rd
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3682
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3682
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: #22.
Clare Pioneer High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
670 Ann Arbor Trl
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3067
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3067
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Clare High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
306 Schoolcrest Ave
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-7789
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-7789
Gr: 9-12 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Clare Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
209 E State St
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-9979
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-9979
Gr: 5-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Clare Primary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 E Wheaton Ave
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3438
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-3438
Gr: PK-4 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clare, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Clare, MI include Claregladwin Area School, Clare Pioneer High School and Clare High School.
How many public schools are located in Clare?
5 public schools are located in Clare.
What is the racial composition of students in Clare?
Clare public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Clare are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clare include: Claregladwin Area School vs. Clare Primary School, Clare Primary School vs. Claregladwin Area School
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