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Best 49503 Michigan Public Middle Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 1,947 students in 49503, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 49503, MI are Lighthouse North Campus, Lighthouse Academy Waalkes and Bethany Based School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49503 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49503, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 49503, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lighthouse North Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1260 Ekhart St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 965-9700
Gr: 3-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1501 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 304-8537
Gr: K-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Bethany Based School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
901 Eastern Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 245-7708
Gr: 4-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
159 College Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Gr: PK-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2405
Gr: 7-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
512 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-1010
Gr: 6-12 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Southwest Middlehigh Academia Bilingue
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
327 Rumsey St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-3160
Gr: 7-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
645 Logan St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2600
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Empower U
Special Education School
225 Mayfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 410-4860
Gr: 6-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49503 Michigan

49503, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Adelante High School (Closed 2012)
1061 Kensington Ave Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2620
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Central Community School (Closed 2014)
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2301
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Central High School (Closed 2014)
421 Fountain St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2310
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Day Treatment (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1501 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-2340
Gr: 7-11 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Fountain School (Closed 2007)
159 College Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2530
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Gateway MiddleHigh School (Closed 2008)
311 State Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 458-9646
Gr: 7-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Grps Adult Education (Closed 2012)
409 Lafayette Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2734
The Haven (Closed 2013)
1505 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 451-6021
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Heritage Cdc Elementary School (Closed 2008)
538 Madison Avenue Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2606
Gr: PK | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Hillcrest Environ. Science Academy (Closed 2004)
1415 Lyon Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-3466
Gr: K-8 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Kensington Elementary School (Closed 2004)
1061 Kensington Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-2708
Gr: K-5 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Kent Co. Correction Facility High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
701 Ball Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 632-6386
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students
Kent Education Center--mayfield Middle School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
225 Mayfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2710
Gr: 6-9 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Lighthouse Academy - The Haven (Closed 2018)
1565 Cedar St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 617-9321
Gr: 3-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Roosevelt Cdc Elementary School (Closed 2010)
641 Vries Street Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 819-2983
Gr: PK | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Waalkes Juvenile Center School (Closed 2013)
701 Ball Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 336-3732
Gr: 4-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 49503, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 49503, MI include Lighthouse North Campus, Lighthouse Academy Waalkes and Bethany Based School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49503?
9 public middle schools are located in 49503.
What is the racial composition of students in 49503?
49503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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