For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,435 students in 49037, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49037, MI are Endeavor Charter Academy, Battle Creek Montessori Academy and Springfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49037 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49037, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49037, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Endeavor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
380 Helmer Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 962-9300
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 962-9300
Gr: K-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Battle Creek Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
399 20th St N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 339-3308
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 339-3308
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Springfield Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1023 Avenue A
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9640
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9640
Gr: 6-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
176 Limit St
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9607
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9607
Gr: 6-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
49037, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
123 Bedford Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9735
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9735
Gr: PK-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49037, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49037, MI include Endeavor Charter Academy, Battle Creek Montessori Academy and Springfield Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49037?
4 public middle schools are located in 49037.
What is the racial composition of students in 49037?
49037 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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