For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 399 students in 49045, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 49045, MI is Decatur Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 49045 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49045, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49045, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur Jr Sr High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 Cedar St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Gr: 6-12 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
49045, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Decatur Alternative Choice School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
312 School Street
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6145
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6145
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
405 North Phelps St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Gr: 6-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49045, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49045, MI include Decatur Jr Sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49045?
1 public middle schools are located in 49045.
What is the racial composition of students in 49045?
49045 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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