For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,085 students in 49014, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49014, MI are Doris Klaussen Dev Center, Wattles Park Elementary School and Harper Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49014 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49014, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49014, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Doris Klaussen Dev Center
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Grades: PK-12
| 228 students
Rank: #22.
Wattles Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
132 Wattles Rd S
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-5853
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-5853
Grades: K-4
| 383 students
Rank: #33.
Harper Creek Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7290 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-4750
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-4750
Grades: 5-8
| 896 students
Rank: #44.
Beadle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8175 C Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-3295
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-3295
Grades: PK-4
| 338 students
Rank: #55.
Post Franklin School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Newark Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9693
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9693
Grades: K-2
| 240 students
49014, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7454 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Grades: 6-12
| 10 students
340 Cliff Street
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Grades: K-5
| 253 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49014, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49014, MI include Doris Klaussen Dev Center, Wattles Park Elementary School and Harper Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49014?
5 public elementary schools are located in 49014.
What is the racial composition of students in 49014?
49014 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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