For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,265 students in 49002, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 146 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 49002, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49002, MI are Woodsedge Learning Center, Portage Central High School and Portage Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49002 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49002, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49002, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodsedge Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 E Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Gr: PK-12 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Portage Central High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8135 S Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,391 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Portage Central Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8305 S Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5600
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Lake Center Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10011 Portage Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8422 S Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6100
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6100
Gr: K-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49002, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49002, MI include Woodsedge Learning Center, Portage Central High School and Portage Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 49002?
5 public schools are located in 49002.
What percentage of students in 49002 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 49002 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49002?
49002 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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