For the 2024-25 school year, there are 76 public schools serving 22,041 students in Berrien County, MI (there are 24 private schools, serving 3,252 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Berrien County, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Berrien County, MI are New Buffalo Elementary School, Blossomland Learning Center and Bridgman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Berrien County, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Berrien County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Berrien County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Buffalo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12291 Lubke Rd
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6060
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6060
Grades: PK-5
| 220 students
Rank: #22.
Blossomland Learning Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
711 Saint Joseph Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-2600
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-2600
Grades: PK-12
| 145 students
Rank: #33.
Bridgman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3891 Lake St
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0241
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0241
Grades: PK-4
| 342 students
Rank: #44.
Bridgman High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9964 Gast Rd
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Grades: 9-12
| 264 students
Rank: #55.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2000 El Dorado Dr
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1416
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1416
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
Rank: #66.
St. Joseph High School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2521 Stadium Dr
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3200
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 988 students
Rank: #77.
Lakeshore High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5771 Cleveland Ave
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1402
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1402
Grades: 9-12
| 856 students
Rank: #88.
Brown School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2027 Brown School Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 398 students
Rank: #99.
Upton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Maiden Ln
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3400
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3400
Grades: 6-8
| 665 students
Rank: #1010.
New Buffalo Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
Grades: 6-8
| 138 students
Rank: #1111.
Hollywood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
143 E John Beers Rd
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1414
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1414
Grades: PK-5
| 403 students
Rank: #1212.
Moccasin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 Moccasin St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8408
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8408
Grades: 2-4
| 360 students
Rank: #1313.
Lakeshore Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1459 W John Beers Rd
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1408
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1408
Grades: 6-8
| 611 students
Rank: #1414.
Eastside Connections School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 682-2585
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 682-2585
Grades: K-8
| 432 students
Rank: #1515.
New Buffalo Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
Grades: 9-12
| 178 students
Rank: #1616.
Fc Reed Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10254 California
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 465-5410
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 465-5410
Grades: 5-8
| 243 students
Rank: #1717.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1102 Orchard Ave
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Rank: #1818.
Stewart Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2750 Orchard Ln
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1418
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 428-1418
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #1919.
Brandywine Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 Bell Rd
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4800
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 363 students
Rank: #20 - 2220. - 22.
Career And Alternative Pathways To Education Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
636 Pipestone St
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1900
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1900
Grades: K-12
| 86 students
Rank: #20 - 2220. - 22.
Southside Special Educ School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Silverbrook Ave
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0421
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-0421
Grades: 4-12
| 36 students
Rank: #20 - 2220. - 22.
Way Watervliet High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
450 E Saint Joseph St
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0897
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0897
Grades: 9-12
| 95 students
Rank: #2323.
Buchanan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Grades: 8-12
| 522 students
Rank: #2424.
River Valley Middlehigh School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15480 Three Oaks Rd
Three Oaks, MI 49128
(269) 756-9541
Three Oaks, MI 49128
(269) 756-9541
Grades: 6-12
| 287 students
Rank: #2525.
Berrien Springs High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Sylvester Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-1748
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-1748
Grades: 9-12
| 561 students
Rank: #26 - 2726. - 27.
Buchanan Step Up
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Grades: K-12
| 33 students
Rank: #26 - 2726. - 27.
Way Eau Claire
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6295 W Main St
Eau Claire, MI 49111
(269) 461-3121
Eau Claire, MI 49111
(269) 461-3121
Grades: 9-12
| 26 students
Rank: #2828.
Berrien County Juvenile Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6414 Deans Hill Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 471-7725
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 471-7725
Grades: 6-12
| 11 students
Rank: #2929.
Clarke School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
515 E Glenlord Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3600
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3600
Grades: K-5
| 483 students
Rank: #3030.
Niles Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1441 Eagle St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-2894
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-2894
Grades: 9-12
| 834 students
Rank: #3131.
Buchanan Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
610 W 4th St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8406
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8406
Grades: 5-7
| 331 students
Rank: #3232.
Berrien Springs Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
502 Middle School Drive
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-2796
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-2796
Grades: 6-8
| 408 students
Rank: #3333.
Watervliet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Saint Joseph St
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
Grades: 6-8
| 288 students
Rank: #3434.
Watervliet Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Saint Joseph St
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0734
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0734
Grades: 9-12
| 393 students
Rank: #3535.
Howardellis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2788 Mannix St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4633
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4633
Grades: K-5
| 591 students
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Berrien County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Education At Sorter (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
1421 Pipestone Rd
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2600
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2600
Grades: 6-12
| 48 students
Benton Harbor Creative Learning Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
300 Riverview Drive, Suite 1
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 926-7000
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 926-7000
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Berrien County Truancy Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1 Sylvester Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-2891
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-2891
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Berrien Special Education Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
711 Saint Joseph Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-7725
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-7725
Grades: K-12
| 48 students
Berrien Springs Adult Education Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1 Sylvester Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0501
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0501
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
One Sylvester Ave, Po Box 130
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-1748
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-1748
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
501 Middle School Drive
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0500
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0500
Grades: K-12
| 134 students
The Bridge Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
499 W Main Street
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 927-1064
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 927-1064
Grades: 10-12
| 91 students
Bridgman Alternative Education High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
9964 Gast Road
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Bridgman, MI 49106
(269) 466-0223
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
209 East Britain Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2000
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2000
Grades: K-5
| 227 students
Careertechnical Center (Closed 2008)
Vocational School
653 Valley Drive
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1700
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1700
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Community Based Early Childhood Services (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
711 Saint Joseph Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-7725
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-7725
Grades: PK
| n/a students
315 North 14th St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-2585
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-2585
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Fair Plain Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Magnet School
400 Donald Adkins Dr.
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2100
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2100
Grades: K-5
| 158 students
Fair Plain Northwest Learning Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1452 Learning Ln
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1700
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Fair Plain Renaissance Middle School (Closed 2013)
Magnet School
120 East Napier Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1400
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1400
Grades: 7-8
| 401 students
1901 Fairplain Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2200
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2200
Grades: K-4
| 284 students
Galien Alternative Education School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
122 East Southeastern St
Galien, MI 49113
(269) 545-3365
Galien, MI 49113
(269) 545-3365
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
122 East Southeastern St
Galien, MI 49113
(269) 545-3365
Galien, MI 49113
(269) 545-3365
Grades: 6-8
| 21 students
Global Dual Language School (Closed 2020)
Magnet School
1716 Territorial Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 519-0009
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 519-0009
Grades: 1-8
| 109 students
1716 Territorial Rd
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1500
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1500
Grades: 6-8
| 263 students
2740 Mannix St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4635
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4635
Grades: K-1
| 189 students
2214 S. State Street
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Grades: PK-K
| 244 students
1995 Union, P.o Box 1107
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1600
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1600
Grades: PK-2
| 212 students
6463 Becht Rd East
Coloma, MI 49038
(269) 468-2430
Coloma, MI 49038
(269) 468-2430
Grades: K
| 1 students
2199 Laurel Drive
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2300
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2300
Grades: K-5
| 161 students
Mccord Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Magnet School
465 South Mccord St
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1600
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-1600
Grades: K-5
| 269 students
Mlk Freshman Academy (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
750 East Britain Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2400
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2400
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Mlk Steam Magnet Academy (Closed 2013)
Magnet School
750 East Britain Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2400
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2400
Grades: 5-6
| 333 students
267 N Hull Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2500
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 605-2500
Grades: 1-9
| 350 students
P.o. Box 38
New Troy, MI 49119
(269) 756-9541
New Troy, MI 49119
(269) 756-9541
Grades: 6
| 83 students
1441 Eagle Street
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6031
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6031
Grades: 9-12
| 327 students
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-7484
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-7484
Grades: 6-12
| 218 students
1131 Columbus Avenue
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 927-0734
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 927-0734
Grades: PK-5
| 432 students
15480 Three Oaks Rd
Three Oaks, MI 49128
(269) 756-9541
Three Oaks, MI 49128
(269) 756-9541
Grades: 6-8
| 137 students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Berrien County, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Berrien County, MI include New Buffalo Elementary School, Blossomland Learning Center and Bridgman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Berrien County?
76 public schools are located in Berrien County.
What percentage of students in Berrien County go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Berrien County are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Berrien County?
Berrien County public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Berrien County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Berrien County include: Lakeshore High School vs. St. Joseph High School, Benton Harbor High School vs. St. Joseph High School, Lakeshore Middle School vs. Upton Middle School
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