For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 123 students in 49117, MI.
The top ranked public middle school in 49117, MI is New Buffalo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 49117 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49117, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49117, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Buffalo Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
Grades: 6-8
| 123 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 49117, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 49117, MI include New Buffalo Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49117?
1 public middle schools are located in 49117.
What is the racial composition of students in 49117?
49117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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