For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,949 students in 49103, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,366 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 49103, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49103, MI are Blossomland Learning Center, Berrien Springs High School and Berrien Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49103 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49103, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49103, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blossomland Learning Center
Special Education 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
| 138 students
Rank: #22.
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
| 551 students
Rank: #33.
Berrien Springs Middle 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
| 431 students
Rank: #44.
Sylvester Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Sylvester Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-7198
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-7198
Grades: 2-5
| 368 students
Rank: #55.
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
242 Sylvester Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-2593
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-2593
Grades: 9-12
| 92 students
Rank: n/an/a
501 Middle School Dr. P.O. Box
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0500
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0500
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1 Sylvester Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-1836
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 471-1836
Grades: PK-2
| 369 students
49103, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
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
501 Middle School Drive
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0500
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 473-0500
Grades: K-12
| 144 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49103, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49103, MI include Blossomland Learning Center, Berrien Springs High School and Berrien Springs Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49103?
7 public schools are located in 49103.
What percentage of students in 49103 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 49103 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49103?
49103 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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