For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 605 students in 49006, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 49006, MI is Hillside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49006 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49006, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49006, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1941 Alamo Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0570
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0570
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo Resa West Campusyoung Adult Program
Special Education School
4606 Croyden Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9602
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9602
Gr: 6-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
49006, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kresa West Campus (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
4606 Croyden Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 373-3260
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 373-3260
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49006, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49006, MI include Hillside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49006?
2 public middle schools are located in 49006.
What is the racial composition of students in 49006?
49006 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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