For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,296 students in 49829, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49829, MI are Learning Center, Bay Pines Center and Escanaba Juniorsenior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49829 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49829, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49829, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5219 18th Rd
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Gr: PK-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Bay Pines Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2425 N 30th St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(517) 335-3541
Escanaba, MI 49829
(517) 335-3541
Gr: 6-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Lincoln Rd
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6521
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6521
Gr: 6-12 | 1,089 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Escanaba Student Success Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2525 3rd Ave S
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 233-4985
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 233-4985
Gr: 8-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 104:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49829, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49829, MI include Learning Center, Bay Pines Center and Escanaba Juniorsenior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49829?
4 public middle schools are located in 49829.
What is the racial composition of students in 49829?
49829 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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