For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 516 students in New Buffalo, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in New Buffalo, MI are New Buffalo Elementary School, New Buffalo Middle School and New Buffalo Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Buffalo, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in New Buffalo have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in New Buffalo, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
New Buffalo Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
Gr: 6-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
New Buffalo Senior High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in New Buffalo, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in New Buffalo, MI include New Buffalo Elementary School, New Buffalo Middle School and New Buffalo Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in New Buffalo?
3 public schools are located in New Buffalo.
What is the racial composition of students in New Buffalo?
New Buffalo public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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