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Best Swartz Creek Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,664 students in Swartz Creek, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 270 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Swartz Creek, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Swartz Creek, MI are Rankin Elementary School, Syring Elementary School and Swartz Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Swartz Creek, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Swartz Creek have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Swartz Creek, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3459 Mundy Ave
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4605
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Syring Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5300 Oakview Dr
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1301
Gr: PK-2 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Swartz Creek High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Dragon Dr
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1801
Gr: 9-12 | 1,028 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Morrish Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5055 Maple Ave
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-3702
Gr: K-2 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Swartz Creek Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8230 Crapo St
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1705
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Dieck Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2239 Van Vleet Rd
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-5271
Gr: 2-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8230 Crapo St
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4380
Gr: PK-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
Elms Road Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3259 S Elms Rd
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1249
Gr: 3-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Swartz Creek, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Swartz Creek, MI include Rankin Elementary School, Syring Elementary School and Swartz Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in Swartz Creek?
8 public schools are located in Swartz Creek.
What percentage of students in Swartz Creek go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Swartz Creek are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Swartz Creek?
Swartz Creek public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Swartz Creek are often viewed compared to one another?

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