For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 669 students in 49534, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 49534, MI is West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 49534 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49534, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49534, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4463 Leonard St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
(616) 791-7454
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
(616) 791-7454
Gr: PK-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
49534, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4211 3 Mile Rd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
(616) 254-8156
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
(616) 254-8156
Gr: PK
3971 Richmond St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
(616) 647-0910
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
(616) 647-0910
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49534, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49534, MI include West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science.
How many public middle schools are located in 49534?
1 public middle schools are located in 49534.
What is the racial composition of students in 49534?
49534 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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