For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,277 students in Escanaba, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Escanaba, MI are Learning Center, Bay Pines Center and Escanaba Juniorsenior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Escanaba, MI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in Escanaba have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Escanaba, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5219 18th Rd
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Bay Pines Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2425 N 30th St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(517) 335-3541
Escanaba, MI 49829
(517) 335-3541
Gr: 6-12 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Lincoln Rd
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6521
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6521
Gr: 6-12 | 1,091 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Escanaba Student Success Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2525 3rd Ave S
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 233-4985
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 233-4985
Gr: 8-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 86:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Escanaba, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bay Middle College High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2001 North Lincoln Road
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-5599
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-5599
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Deltaschoolcraft Manistique Area Satellite Center (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
100 North Cedar St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-9300
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-9300
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Escanaba, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Escanaba, MI include Learning Center, Bay Pines Center and Escanaba Juniorsenior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Escanaba?
4 public middle schools are located in Escanaba.
What is the racial composition of students in Escanaba?
Escanaba public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
School Vouchers 2026: Updated Pros and Cons
Explore school vouchers in 2026, including updated pros, cons, policy changes, and what families should know before choosing.
Education Funding in America (2026 Update)
A 2026 update on education funding in America, including federal, state, and local trends, equity gaps, and what parents should know.
What It Takes to Run a Public School Day-to-Day
Explore what it takes to run a public school daily, from leadership and staffing to budgeting, safety, and student support systems.