For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,236 students in 49017, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 228 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 49017, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 49017, MI are Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School, Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School and Fremont International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49017 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49017, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49017, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Van Buren St W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9672
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9672
Grades: 8-12
| 162 students
Rank: #22.
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8465 Pennfield Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9789
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9789
Grades: 3-5
| 452 students
Rank: #33.
Fremont International Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
115 Emmett St E
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 849-9119
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 849-9119
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Rank: #44.
Pennfield Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8299 Pennfield Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9770
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9770
Grades: 9-12
| 680 students
Rank: #55.
Pennfield Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8587 Pennfield Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9784
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9784
Grades: 6-8
| 453 students
Rank: #66.
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
35 Hamblin Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-6486
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-6486
Grades: 9-12
| 236 students
Rank: #77.
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Van Buren St W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 213-3513
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 213-3513
Grades: 6-8
| 156 students
Rank: #88.
Battle Creek Central High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Van Buren St W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 213-3500
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 213-3500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,126 students
Rank: #99.
Verona Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
825 Capital Ave Ne
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9710
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9710
Grades: 3-5
| 234 students
Rank: n/an/a
Battle Creek Mathsci Center
Magnet School
171 Michigan Ave W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9440
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9440
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Calhoun Area Career Center
Vocational School
475 Roosevelt Ave E
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
7422 Poorman Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9797
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9797
Grades: K-2
| 208 students
Rank: n/an/a
6510 Purdy Dr
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9795
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9795
Grades: K-2
| 229 students
49017, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
77 Capital Ave Ne
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9514
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9514
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
315 Hutchinson Road
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 964-4877
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 964-4877
Grades: K-3
| 90 students
Calhoun Area Technology Center (Closed 2008)
Vocational School
475 Roosevelt Avenue E.
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
77 Capital Ave Ne
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9624
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9624
Grades: PK
| 223 students
7422 Poorman Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9797
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9797
Grades: PK
| n/a students
115 Emmett St E
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9715
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9715
Grades: K-6
| 263 students
3515 W. Michigan Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9767
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9767
Grades: K-5
| 117 students
400 Capital Avenue Ne
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9705
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9705
Grades: K-5
| 129 students
Operation Grad High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3515 West Michigan Ave.
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 694-2410
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 694-2410
Grades: 9-12
| 198 students
60 Van Buren St West
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9655
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9655
Grades: 6-8
| 475 students
450 N. Washington Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9699
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9699
Grades: K-5
| 188 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49017, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49017, MI include Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School, Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School and Fremont International Academy.
How many public schools are located in 49017, MI?
13 public schools are located in 49017, MI.
What percentage of students in 49017, MI go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 49017, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49017, MI?
49017, MI public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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