For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public high schools serving 4,918 students in Battle Creek, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Battle Creek, MI are Doris Klaussen Dev Center, Lakeview Alternative High School and Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Battle Creek, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Battle Creek have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Battle Creek, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Michigan Youth Challenge Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Battle Creek, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doris Klaussen Dev Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
408 E Jameson Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Gr: PK-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lakeview Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15 Arbor St
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2452
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-2452
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 67:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Van Buren St W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9672
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9672
Gr: 8-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Lakeview High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15060 Helmer Rd S
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3700
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 565-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,241 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Harper Creek High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12677 Beadle Lake Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-8450
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-8450
Gr: 9-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Pennfield Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8299 Pennfield Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9770
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 961-9770
Gr: 8-12 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #77.
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35 Hamblin Ave W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-6486
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-6486
Gr: 9-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #88.
Battle Creek Central High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Van Buren St W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 213-3500
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 213-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Battle Creek Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
765 Upton Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 565-2460
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 565-2460
Gr: 9-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Battle Creek Mathsci Center
Magnet School
171 Michigan Ave W
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9440
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9440
Gr: 8-12 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Calhoun Area Career Center
Vocational School
475 Roosevelt Ave E
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy
Alternative School
5500 Armstrong Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 781-1250
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 781-1250
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Battle Creek, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Battle Creek, MI include Doris Klaussen Dev Center, Lakeview Alternative High School and Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School.
How many public high schools are located in Battle Creek?
12 public high schools are located in Battle Creek.
What is the racial composition of students in Battle Creek?
Battle Creek public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Battle Creek are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Battle Creek include: Pennfield Senior High School vs. Harper Creek High School, Harper Creek High School vs. Pennfield Senior High School, Lakeview High School vs. Harper Creek High School
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