For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 641 students in 49655, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49655, MI are Pine River Area High School and Pine River Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49655 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49655, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49655, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine River Area High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17445 Pine River Rd
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Gr: 8-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Pine River Area Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17445 Pine River Rd
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Gr: 4-7 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49655, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49655, MI include Pine River Area High School and Pine River Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49655?
2 public middle schools are located in 49655.
What is the racial composition of students in 49655?
49655 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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