2023 Best Places to Teach in Michigan

• Northville, MI•

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  54 reviews

Senior: Great district with a lot of great teachers and staff! I have loved being a part of the high school at Northville. I have found so many great students in my classes, the teachers are all very flexible and willing to help, and the administrators are very kind and always welcome everyone with a big smile. With going virtual in 2020, the whole school has really stepped up and provided many accommodations for students, as well as many resources for mental health, college preparation, and overall course rigor assistance. I have loved my time at Northville schools, and would highly recommend to anyone.... Read 54 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Average teacher salary $75,981

• De Tour Village, MI•

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Senior: Super helpful and always helps students get the education needed to step into the real world. Have many resources that help outside of school. Offer online classes for class restrictions and/or college classes.... Read 3 reviews

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• grade B+

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Average teacher salary $115,764

• Grosse Pointe Woods, MI•

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  76 reviews

Alum: I was class of 2022 at Grosse Pointe North. The staff there along with the courses provided gave me the education necessary to be ready for college. Also, the counselors made the application and decision process much easier.... Read 76 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Average teacher salary $78,575

• New Buffalo, MI•

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  15 reviews

Parent: We love our experiences at New Buffalo Area Schools so far. As parents of a 3rd grader and kindergardener, we have been so happy with the positive, encouraging learning environment the teachers, administrators, and support staff create. Our experience with the teachers have been very collaborative and supportive for each child and their development. We moved to the district specifically for the schools, and so far we love it!... Read 15 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Average teacher salary $65,146

• Brighton, MI•

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  69 reviews

Alum: Brighton area schools are nice because they are clean, well funded, and safe. However, the downsides of this is that theres some snobs in the school who are very entitled. Not very LGBTQ+ friendly, and it is extremely in-diverse. About 99% of the student population is white. So because of this I believe there is a lot of ethnocentrism, and entitlement, unless the parents parented well. The teaching staff however is very good and really no complaints there. Never had any teacher or staff make me feel uncomfortable or unsafe in anyway. I am an artist and the highschool had an amazing art program. The theater program was great as well, and Brighton area schools do have great athletic teams. I was on the womens lacrosse team and went to D1 state finals three times. So, all in all, of course there's some things that can be worked on, but I would say it is a safe and good place for a child to grow up in.... Read 69 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Average teacher salary $95,039

• Caro, MI•

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• grade A

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Average teacher salary $66,242

• Beaver Island, MI•

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• grade A

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Average teacher salary $58,544

• Beverly Hills, MI•

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  47 reviews

Senior: No matter what building you're in, BPS is a family. Both academic and social-emotional needs are met, and the district is fighting to improve their methods, and the student experience, everyday. Growth is encouraged, and staff and students alike are (more often than not) provided with the resources to accomplish that growth. It's a good community to have grown up in, and has fostered my own preference for community-oriented institutions and universities.... Read 47 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Average teacher salary $76,441

• Oak Park, MI•

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  Rating 4.23 out of 5  35 reviews

Parent: Overall, my family has had very good experiences in the Berkley school system. I currently have five children in Berkley schools. My children have had great teachers who pride them on their strenghts and work diligently to help them with their weaknesses. I have been amazed at how the teachers have adapted to teaching during the pandemic. I appreciate how the school is working towards cultural awareness, as my children have been asked to participate in panels to discuss their experiences at Berkley schools as African American children.... Read 35 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Average teacher salary $90,599

• Bloomfield Hills, MI•

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  64 reviews

Junior: At Bloomfield Hills High School, I really enjoyed my experience. The teachers were very accommodating and helpful for the most part. Many of my teachers would spend hours on their lesson plans and they would still be willing to answer all questions thrown at them, even if they deviated from the main point of class. Additionally, there was a strong sense of community in this school and both students and staff members were willing to come together to overcome various challenges faced within the community. The multiple clubs available to support marginalized students also really helped to create an environment in which students were exposed to different cultures and are constantly able to learn.... Read 64 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Average teacher salary $74,050

• Saint Joseph, MI•

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  48 reviews

Senior: Not amazing. I mean maybe that's just everyone's experience with high school. I feel like some parts of my education, like english and history have been really good, but there are many individual teachers that should not have their jobs.... Read 48 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Average teacher salary $61,580

• Saline, MI•

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  26 reviews

Junior: I cannot fully describe how amazing my experience has been in saline, especially during my Highschool years. Since day one, 13 years ago when the high majority of our student body started, and for those who came along later, it has been amazing to learn, smile, and grow up with everyone here. Also, our teachers. I have never met so many amazing staff members in one building. The updated training they have been receiving in the last 2 year gives an overwhelming sense of appreciation to know that students are not left unheard. Although our schools will carry our bad reputation for years, our students have given their all, fighting the stereotypes left on us by former students who have been long gone. We have seen great improvement in, both curriculum and socially, what it means to go to Saline, and great strides in other definitions of diversity as well, like gender, lgbtqia+, and inclusivity. I truly admire our student body for the hard work and diligence they use everyday.... Read 26 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $66,033

• Mackinac Island, MI•

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: Caring staff with supportive community. Teachers spend many hours working with students outside the regular school day. Students score above the state and national average on ACT and are successful in college, trade schools and armed forces.... Read 1 review

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• grade A minus

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Average teacher salary $68,211

• Troy, MI•

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  Rating 4.36 out of 5  180 reviews

Junior: The troy school district has given my and my family a place to thrive. Troy has a equitable and supportive curriculum foundation and supports students with all interests and abilities. Troy Schools are made of teachers who are loving and caring for all their students, and put in all their effort, in order to personalize for each and every student. Furthermore, Troy Schools has been very supportive in listening to all students' and parents' opinions. I have been very vocal at school board meetings, whether it be in favor of changes or against policy platforms and ideologies. Troy Schools have always acknowledged my opinion, though I may not agree with all the decisions, and have worked hard to support all their students. The new curriculum change, adding IM curriculum was not popular amongst honors students like myself. I was very vocal and attended all the school board meetings. Though they passed it, I appreciate their consideration in this issue and look forward to working with the.... Read 180 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $69,774

• Centreville, MI•

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• grade A

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Average teacher salary $60,308

• Woodhaven, MI•

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  Rating 4.56 out of 5  62 reviews

Alum: All staff in the Woodhaven-Brownstown school district are exceptional! The teachers go above and beyond helping kids learn, forming relationships with them, and making them feel included. Others who keep the schools running put in 10000% effort every day to make kids' educational experience one to remember.... Read 62 reviews

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• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Average teacher salary $67,721

• Portage, MI•

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  75 reviews

Senior: My experience at Portage Public Schools has been unbelievable for many reasons. For starters, the variety of classes. The ability to choose from a huge curriculum helps students find classes they are truly interested in. Next, the connection with teachers. When teachers are able to understand the student and form a connection it helps the learning process tremendously. Finally, the overall community at sporting events. Sporting events bring students closer together and help them form friendships. Events like Football, Soccer, Basketball and Hockey also encourage school spirit within the students. All in all Portage Public schools is a great district, but there are some things I would change. At Portage Central you can only go off campus your Junior and Senior Year. I would change that requirement and allow students to go off campus for lunch all four years. This grants students a break from school. I would also change the ability to carry backpacks to class.... Read 75 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Average teacher salary $65,478

• Harbor Springs, MI•

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  8 reviews

Senior: Harbor springs high school is home. It’s not so small that it is isolated, but small enough that everyone is family. For a public school, it has amazing facilities and programs. The teachers are dedicated to each and every student. The goal of going to school is education and growth, and Harbor Springs high school achieves that without question.... Read 8 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A minus

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Average teacher salary $74,523

• Grand Rapids, MI•

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  35 reviews

Senior: Overall, my experience at East Grand Rapids High School has been great. It is a small, yet incredible place to learn! The teachers are great and the community is very tight knit and supportive. There is minimal diversity between students as well as staff. Overall, great school.... Read 35 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Average teacher salary $65,806

• Grand Rapids, MI•

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  243 reviews

Sophomore: I was student in the district for several years until moving out of state after 10th grade, and I thought the academics were very good. There is a variety of programs available in high school for ambitious students, such as STEM Academy and vocational training programs. In my experience the students and teachers are nice, and if you show interest in a class/subject, the teachers care and will encourage you. Eastern has a no phone policy during the day that is wonderful. Compared to my experience in a school with no such policy, it is much easier to make friends and focus on learning with Eastern's policy. I think the other schools have a less strict policy, but still much better than none. The diversity of the student body varies between the three high schools, Eastern and Central lack diversity while Northern has more. All three schools have strengths in different sports, often competing at the state level, occasionally even national depending on the sport (such as rowing).... Read 243 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Average teacher salary $71,325

• Holland, MI•

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  Rating 4.37 out of 5  57 reviews

Senior: West Ottawa Public Schools is highly dedicated to giving a quality education to a wide range of students of variable backgrounds. My experience from a low-income family has been nothing less than stellar. From free or reduced lunch to SAT and AP exam fee waivers or discounts, all students are given opportunities to succeed if they have the time to attend school and the drive to secure their future through the education system.... Read 57 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $67,175

• Mackinaw City, MI•

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  8 reviews

Alum: There are small class sizes and not very many students. The good thing about that is you receive a lot of one on one attention from the teachers, who are all amazing, and you know everyone you’re attending school with. The bad thing about that is there aren’t very many opportunities for elective classes, sports, or clubs and other extracurriculars.... Read 8 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Average teacher salary $56,186

• Peck, MI•

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• grade A

• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Average teacher salary $60,758

• Okemos, MI•

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  Rating 4.42 out of 5  26 reviews

Junior: I have been going to Okemos school all my life and I have always loved it here. This district is so accepting of everyone, no matter where you are from or your background. I am a part of the LGBTQ and I have always felt safe and respected here. They give everyone equal opportunities and look at everyone the same. They also take claims of bullying and harassment very seriously. I have enjoyed all my time at Okemos Public Schools and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else!... Read 26 reviews

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• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $62,465

• Grosse Ile, MI•

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  27 reviews

Senior: Grosse Ile High School is an excellent place to grow your education. The teachers and staff all pursue to see students excel and graduate with a high GPA and goal for your career. Grosse Ile holds and encourages college information and meetings with college representatives as well as offers ways to find and be granted scholarship. I personally would say that Grosse Ile is a great choice when it comes to furthering your education. While your education is becoming higher, Grosse Ile also offers many men's and women's sports to partake in as well as clubs to help interact with the community. On top of this, Grosse Ile is ranked one of the top safest communities in all of Michigan. I believe that Grosse Ile is an overall great school and would highly recommend this being an option to anyone in the Downriver area.... Read 27 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $71,850