For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,345 students in 49544, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49544, MI are Walker Charter Academy and Kenowa Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49544 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49544, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49544, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 3 Mile Rd Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-2700
Gr: K-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Kenowa Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 785-3225
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49544, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49544, MI include Walker Charter Academy and Kenowa Hills Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49544?
2 public middle schools are located in 49544.
What is the racial composition of students in 49544?
49544 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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