For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 421 students in 49090, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49090, MI are Way South Haven and Baseline Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49090 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49090, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 49090, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Way South Haven
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Veterans Dr
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0500
Gr: 8-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Baseline Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7357 Baseline Rd
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0530
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0530
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
49090, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Haven Alternative High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
554 Green Street
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0523
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0523
Gr: Inquire with school | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49090, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49090, MI include Way South Haven and Baseline Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49090?
2 public middle schools are located in 49090.
What is the racial composition of students in 49090?
49090 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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