For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 249 students in 49064, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49064, MI are Bert Goens Learning Center and Lawrence Jrsr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49064 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49064, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49064, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bert Goens Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 S Paw Paw St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 539-5032
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 539-5032
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Jrsr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
650 W Saint Joseph St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8232
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8232
Gr: 7-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
49064, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
490 S Paw Paw Street
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8091
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8091
Van Buren Early College Health Alliance High School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
250 South St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8091
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8091
Gr: 7-12
Van Buren Virtual Academy At Lawrence (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
Van Buren Virtual Academy At L
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8761
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8761
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49064, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49064, MI include Bert Goens Learning Center and Lawrence Jrsr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49064?
2 public middle schools are located in 49064.
What is the racial composition of students in 49064?
49064 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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