Best 49655 Michigan Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 624 students in 49655, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49655, MI are Pine River Area High School and Pine River Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49655 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49655, 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 49655, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine River Area High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
17445 Pine River Rd
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Gr: 8-12 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Pine River Area Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
17445 Pine River Rd
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Gr: 4-7 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49655, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49655, MI include Pine River Area High School and Pine River Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49655?
2 public middle schools are located in 49655.
What is the racial composition of students in 49655?
49655 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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