For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,578 students in 49417, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49417, MI are Lakeshore Middle School, White Pines Intermediate School and Grand Haven Cyber School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49417 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49417, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49417, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeshore Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Cutler St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6500
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6500
Gr: 7-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
White Pines Intermediate School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 S Griffin St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6300
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6300
Gr: 5-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Grand Haven Cyber School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1415 S Beechtree St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6800
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6800
Gr: K-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49417, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49417, MI include Lakeshore Middle School, White Pines Intermediate School and Grand Haven Cyber School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49417?
3 public middle schools are located in 49417.
What is the racial composition of students in 49417?
49417 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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