For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 564 students in 49431, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49431, MI are Developmental Classroomswsesd and Oj Dejonge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49431 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49431, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49431, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Developmental Classroomswsesd
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2130 W Us Highway 10
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 898-1608
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 898-1608
Gr: K-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Oj Dejonge Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
706 E Tinkham Ave
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3810
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-3810
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49431, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49431, MI include Developmental Classroomswsesd and Oj Dejonge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49431?
2 public middle schools are located in 49431.
What is the racial composition of students in 49431?
49431 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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