For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,394 students in 49037, MI.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 49037 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49037, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49037, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Endeavor Charter Academy
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
| 681 students
Rank: #22.
Lamora Park 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
| 157 students
Rank: #33.
Valley View Elementary 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
| 454 students
Rank: #44.
Battle Creek Montessori Academy
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
| 150 students
Rank: #55.
Springfield Middle 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
| 395 students
Rank: #66.
Northwestern Middle 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
| 209 students
Rank: #77.
Ann J Kellogg 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
| 216 students
Rank: #88.
Dudley 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
| 132 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 elementary schools in 49037, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49037, MI include Endeavor Charter Academy, Lamora Park School and Valley View Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49037?
8 public elementary schools are located in 49037.
What is the racial composition of students in 49037?
49037 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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