For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,029 students in 49085, MI (there are , serving 955 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 49085, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49085, MI are Brown School, Upton Middle School and St. Joseph High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49085 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49085, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49085, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brown School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2027 Brown School Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 136:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Upton Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Maiden Ln
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3400
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
St. Joseph High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2521 Stadium Dr
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3200
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 942 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1102 Orchard Ave
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Berrien County Juvenile Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6414 Deans Hill Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 471-7725
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 471-7725
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Clarke School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
515 E Glenlord Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3600
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3600
Gr: K-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #77.
Lighthouse Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
379 W Glenlord Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-2351
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-2351
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
49085, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2214 S. State Street
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Gr: PK-K | 244 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49085, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49085, MI include Brown School, Upton Middle School and St. Joseph High School.
How many public schools are located in 49085?
7 public schools are located in 49085.
What percentage of students in 49085 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 49085 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49085?
49085 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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