For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 1,947 students in 49503, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49503, MI are Lighthouse North Campus, Lighthouse Academy Waalkes and Bethany Based School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49503 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49503, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49503, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lighthouse North Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1260 Ekhart St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 965-9700
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 965-9700
Gr: 3-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1501 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 304-8537
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 304-8537
Gr: K-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Bethany Based School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 Eastern Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 245-7708
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 245-7708
Gr: 4-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
159 College Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Gr: PK-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Gr: 7-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
512 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-1010
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-1010
Gr: 6-12 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Southwest Middlehigh Academia Bilingue
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
327 Rumsey St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-3160
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 7-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
645 Logan St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2600
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2600
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Empower U
Special Education School
225 Mayfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 410-4860
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 410-4860
Gr: 6-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
49503, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1061 Kensington Ave Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2620
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2620
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2301
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2301
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2310
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2310
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Day Treatment (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1501 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-2340
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-2340
Gr: 7-11 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
159 College Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2530
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2530
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
311 State Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 458-9646
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 458-9646
Gr: 7-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
1505 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 451-6021
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 451-6021
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
538 Madison Avenue Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2606
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2606
Gr: PK | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
1415 Lyon Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-3466
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-3466
Gr: K-8 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
1061 Kensington Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-2708
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-2708
Gr: K-5 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Kent Co. Correction Facility High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
701 Ball Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 632-6386
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 632-6386
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students
Kent Education Center--mayfield Middle School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
225 Mayfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2710
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2710
Gr: 6-9 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
1565 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 617-9321
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 617-9321
Gr: 3-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
641 Vries Street Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2983
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2983
Gr: PK | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
701 Ball Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-3732
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-3732
Gr: 4-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49503, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49503, MI include Lighthouse North Campus, Lighthouse Academy Waalkes and Bethany Based School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49503?
9 public middle schools are located in 49503.
What is the racial composition of students in 49503?
49503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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