For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 265 students in 49651, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 49651, MI is Lake City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 49651 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49651, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49651, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake City Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
251 Russell St
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
49651, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake City Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
251 Russell Street
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-6600
Gr: 6-12 | 3 students
251 Russell St
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-7162
Lake City, MI 49651
(231) 839-7162
Gr: K-2 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49651, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49651, MI include Lake City Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49651?
1 public middle schools are located in 49651.
What is the racial composition of students in 49651?
49651 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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