For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 1,391 students in 49120, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49120, MI are Eastside Connections School, Southside Special Educ School and Brandywine Innovation Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49120 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49120, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49120, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastside Connections School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 682-2585
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 682-2585
Gr: K-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Southside Special Educ School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Silverbrook Ave
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0421
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0421
Gr: 4-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Brandywine Innovation Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1830 S 3rd St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-8805
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-8805
Gr: 6-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Ring Lardner Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
801 N 17th St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6610
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6610
Gr: 6-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Brandywine Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Bell Rd
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4800
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4800
Gr: 7-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Way Niles
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 633-0736
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 633-0736
Gr: 6-12 | 108 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0736
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0736
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
49120, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2740 Mannix St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4635
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4635
Gr: K-1 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
1441 Eagle Street
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6031
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6031
Gr: 9-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-7484
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-7484
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49120, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49120, MI include Eastside Connections School, Southside Special Educ School and Brandywine Innovation Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 49120?
7 public middle schools are located in 49120.
What is the racial composition of students in 49120?
49120 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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