For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,475 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 48% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49024, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portage West Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7145 Moors Bridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Portage North Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 W Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5700
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Oakland Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6325 Oakland Dr
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 324-8951
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 324-8951
Gr: K-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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