St. Clair County Schools & Education
St. Clair County, Michigan
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
29/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
84.7%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
84.7%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 82.5%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,848
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,394
School Score
29/100
Higher = better
State avg 35/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#50
of 83 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: St. Clair County
School Verdict
St. Clair County faces educational challenges with a school score of 29/100 and a graduation rate of 84.7%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,848 per pupil, St. Clair County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for St. Clair County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 18% below the Michigan average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in St. Clair County, Michigan
Expansive Education Serving 21,394 Students
St. Clair County manages 56 public schools across 12 districts, providing a diverse infrastructure for over 21,000 students. The county features a strong secondary system with 19 high schools and 7 middle schools to complement its 26 elementary buildings.
Competitive Graduation Rates and Efficient Spending
The county maintains an 84.7% graduation rate, which is higher than the state average but slightly below the national 87% mark. Spending is efficient at $6,848 per pupil, trailing the state average of $7,394.
Port Huron Area School District Dominates
With 7,206 students and 17 schools, the Port Huron Area School District is the largest educational provider in the region. The county also offers school choice through five charter schools, including the high-enrollment Landmark Academy.
Suburban Focus with Large Campus Options
The majority of schools sit in suburban locales, with Anchor Bay High School standing out as the largest with 1,833 students. An average school size of 389 students suggests that most children learn in reasonably large, well-resourced environments.
Finding a Home Near Quality Schools
Educational quality is a primary driver of home demand in St. Clair County. Explore the suburban neighborhoods of Port Huron or Anchor Bay to find residences near the county's most popular and robust school districts.
School Overview
Total Schools
56
in St. Clair County
Total Enrollment
21,394
students
School Districts
12
districts
Charter Schools
5
9% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
12 School Districts in St. Clair County
Port Huron Area School District
East China School District
Marysville Public Schools
Yale Public Schools
Algonac Community School District
Landmark Academy
Capac Community Schools
Blue Water Middle College
East Shore Leadership Academy
St. Clair County RESA
56 Public Schools in St. Clair County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Bay High School | Anchor Bay School District | 9–12 | High | 1,833 |
| Port Huron Northern High School | Port Huron Area School District | 9–12 | High | 1,169 |
| Port Huron High School | Port Huron Area School District | 9–12 | High | 1,100 |
| Landmark Academy | Landmark Academy | PK–12 | Charter | 850 |
| Marysville High School | Marysville Public Schools | 9–12 | High | 769 |
| St Clair High School | East China School District | 9–12 | High | 767 |
| Algonac JuniorSenior High School | Algonac Community School District | 7–12 | High | 671 |
| St Clair Middle School | East China School District | 5–8 | Middle | 643 |
| Central Middle School | Port Huron Area School District | 6–8 | Middle | 629 |
| Marysville Middle School | Marysville Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 616 |
| Fort Gratiot Middle School | Port Huron Area School District | 6–8 | Middle | 584 |
| Yale Senior High School | Yale Public Schools | 9–12 | High | 551 |
| Marine City High School | East China School District | 9–12 | High | 523 |
| Keewahdin Elementary School | Port Huron Area School District | PK–5 | Primary | 487 |
| Gardens Elementary School | Marysville Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 480 |
| Algonquin Elementary School | Algonac Community School District | 2–6 | Primary | 466 |
| Washington Elementary School | Marysville Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 449 |
| Holland Woods Middle School | Port Huron Area School District | 6–8 | Middle | 420 |
| Edison Elementary School | Port Huron Area School District | PK–5 | Primary | 418 |
| Michigamme Elementary School | Port Huron Area School District | PK–5 | Primary | 387 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,848
State avg $7,394
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in St. Clair County, Michigan — FAQ
What does the school system look like in St. Clair County, Michigan?
St. Clair County manages 56 public schools across 12 districts, providing a diverse infrastructure for over 21,000 students. The county features a strong secondary system with 19 high schools and 7 middle schools to complement its 26 elementary buildings.
How do schools in St. Clair County perform academically?
The county maintains an 84.7% graduation rate, which is higher than the state average but slightly below the national 87% mark. Spending is efficient at $6,848 per pupil, trailing the state average of $7,394.
What are the major school districts in St. Clair County, Michigan?
With 7,206 students and 17 schools, the Port Huron Area School District is the largest educational provider in the region. The county also offers school choice through five charter schools, including the high-enrollment Landmark Academy.
What is the school experience like in St. Clair County?
The majority of schools sit in suburban locales, with Anchor Bay High School standing out as the largest with 1,833 students. An average school size of 389 students suggests that most children learn in reasonably large, well-resourced environments.
How can I find homes near good schools in St. Clair County, Michigan?
Educational quality is a primary driver of home demand in St. Clair County. Explore the suburban neighborhoods of Port Huron or Anchor Bay to find residences near the county's most popular and robust school districts.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.