For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 413 students in 49749, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49749, MI are Cop Esd Programs and Inland Lakes Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49749 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49749, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49749, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cop Esd Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6065 Learning Ln
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-9394
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-9394
Gr: PK-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Inland Lakes Secondary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4363 S Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Gr: 6-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49749, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49749, MI include Cop Esd Programs and Inland Lakes Secondary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49749?
2 public middle schools are located in 49749.
What is the racial composition of students in 49749?
49749 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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