For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,297 students in 49015, MI (there are , serving 870 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 49015, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49015, MI are Riverside Elementary School, Lakeview Alternative High School and Lakeview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49015 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49015, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49015, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
650 Riverside Dr
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4700
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4700
Grades: PK-4
| 346 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15 Arbor St
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2452
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2452
Grades: 9-12
| 82 students
Rank: #33.
Lakeview High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15060 Helmer Rd S
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3700
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,239 students
Rank: #44.
Minges Brook School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
435 Lincoln Hill Dr
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4500
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4500
Grades: PK-4
| 388 students
Rank: #55.
Westlake Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1184 24th St S
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4900
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4900
Grades: K-4
| 356 students
Rank: #66.
Sonoma Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4640 B Dr S
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 441-7800
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 441-7800
Grades: K-4
| 383 students
Rank: #77.
Lakeview Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 28th St S
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3900
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3900
Grades: 5-8
| 1,129 students
Rank: #88.
Prairieview School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1675 Iroquois Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4600
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-4600
Grades: PK-4
| 247 students
Rank: #99.
Arbor Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
55 Arbor St
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 963-5851
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 963-5851
Grades: K-8
| 127 students
49015, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
39 Fairhome Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9730
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9730
Grades: K-5
| 234 students
15 Arbor Street
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2415
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2415
Grades: PK
| 30 students
485 Capital Avenue Sw
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9754
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9754
Grades: PK-5
| 173 students
390 S. Washington Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9625
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9625
Grades: 6-8
| 209 students
15 Arbor Street
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3910
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3910
Grades: 6
| 299 students
71 Blanche Street
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9741
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9741
Grades: K-5
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49015, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49015, MI include Riverside Elementary School, Lakeview Alternative High School and Lakeview High School.
How many public schools are located in 49015?
9 public schools are located in 49015.
What percentage of students in 49015 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 49015 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49015?
49015 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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