For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 339 students in New Buffalo, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in New Buffalo, MI are New Buffalo Elementary School and New Buffalo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Buffalo, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in New Buffalo have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in New Buffalo, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Buffalo Elementary 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
| 216 students
Rank: #22.
New Buffalo Middle 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
| 123 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in New Buffalo, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in New Buffalo, MI include New Buffalo Elementary School and New Buffalo Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in New Buffalo?
2 public elementary schools are located in New Buffalo.
What is the racial composition of students in New Buffalo?
New Buffalo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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