For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,256 students in 49015, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49015, MI are Lakeview Middle School and Arbor Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49015 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49015, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49015, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 28th St S
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3900
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3900
Gr: 5-8 | 1,129 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Arbor Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55 Arbor St
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 963-5851
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 963-5851
Gr: K-8 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
49015, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
39 Fairhome Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9730
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9730
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
15 Arbor Street
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2415
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2415
Gr: PK | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
485 Capital Avenue Sw
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9754
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9754
Gr: PK-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
390 S. Washington Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9625
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9625
Gr: 6-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
15 Arbor Street
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3910
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3910
Gr: 6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
71 Blanche Street
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9741
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 965-9741
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49015, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49015, MI include Lakeview Middle School and Arbor Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 49015?
2 public middle schools are located in 49015.
What is the racial composition of students in 49015?
49015 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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