For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,707 students in 49037, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 95 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 49037, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49037, MI are Endeavor Charter Academy, Lamora Park School and Valley View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49037 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49037, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49037, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Endeavor Charter Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
380 Helmer Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 962-9300
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 962-9300
Grades: K-8
| 679 students
Rank: #22.
Lamora Park School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
65 Woodlawn Ave N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9725
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9725
Grades: PK-2
| 159 students
Rank: #33.
Valley View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
960 Avenue A
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 441-9150
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 441-9150
Grades: PK-5
| 431 students
Rank: #44.
Battle Creek Montessori Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
399 20th St N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 339-3308
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 339-3308
Grades: PK-8
| 193 students
Rank: #55.
Springfield Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1023 Avenue A
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9640
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9640
Grades: 6-8
| 377 students
Rank: #66.
Battle Creek Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
765 Upton Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 565-2460
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 565-2460
Grades: 9-12
| 185 students
Rank: #77.
Northwestern Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
176 Limit St
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9607
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9607
Grades: 6-8
| 202 students
Rank: #88.
Ann J Kellogg School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
306 Champion St
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9773
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9773
Grades: 3-6
| 226 students
Rank: #99.
Dudley School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
308 Roosevelt Ave W
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9720
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9720
Grades: PK-2
| 143 students
Rank: n/an/a
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
5500 Armstrong Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 781-1250
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 781-1250
Grades: 9-12
| 112 students
49037, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
123 Bedford Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9735
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-9735
Grades: PK-6
| 305 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49037, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49037, MI include Endeavor Charter Academy, Lamora Park School and Valley View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49037?
10 public schools are located in 49037.
What percentage of students in 49037 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 49037 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49037?
49037 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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