For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 508 students in 49117, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49117, MI are New Buffalo Elementary School, New Buffalo Middle School and New Buffalo Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49117 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49117, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49117, MI 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12291 Lubke Rd
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6060
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6060
Grades: PK-5
| 216 students
Rank: #22.
New Buffalo Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6003
Grades: 6-8
| 123 students
Rank: #33.
New Buffalo Senior High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(269) 469-6001
Grades: 9-12
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49117, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49117, MI include New Buffalo Elementary School, New Buffalo Middle School and New Buffalo Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 49117?
3 public schools are located in 49117.
What is the racial composition of students in 49117?
49117 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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