For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,394 students in 49024, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 49024, MI are Portage West Middle School, Portage North Middle School and Oakland Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49024 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49024, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49024, MI Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Portage West Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7145 Moors Bridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 679 students
Rank: #22.
Portage North Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 W Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5700
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 552 students
Rank: #33.
Oakland Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6325 Oakland Dr
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 324-8951
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 324-8951
Grades: PK-8
| 163 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 49024, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 49024, MI include Portage West Middle School, Portage North Middle School and Oakland Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 49024?
3 public middle schools are located in 49024.
What is the racial composition of students in 49024?
49024 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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