For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,350 students in Brooklyn, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Brooklyn, MI are Columbia Elementary School, Columbia Upper Elementary School and Columbia Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brooklyn, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Brooklyn have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Brooklyn, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
320 School St
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6632
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6632
Gr: PK-2 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Columbia Upper Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
321 School St
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-2181
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-2181
Gr: 3-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Columbia Central High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11775 Hewitt Rd
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6634
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6634
Gr: 7-12 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Brooklyn, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Brooklyn, MI include Columbia Elementary School, Columbia Upper Elementary School and Columbia Central High School.
How many public schools are located in Brooklyn?
3 public schools are located in Brooklyn.
What is the racial composition of students in Brooklyn?
Brooklyn 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).
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