For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 322 students in 49616, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 49616, MI are Benzie Central Middle School and Benzie Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49616 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49616, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49616, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benzie Central Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9300 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Grades: 6-8
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Benzie Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9222 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Benzonia, MI 49616
(231) 882-4497
Grades: 6-12
| 83 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 49616, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 49616, MI include Benzie Central Middle School and Benzie Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 49616?
2 public middle schools are located in 49616.
What is the racial composition of students in 49616?
49616 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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