📊 What this ranking measures
Rankings are based on academic achievement — the share of students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against other districts in the same state — not on spending, district size, or staffing. See full methodology →
7 Rated Districts in the Battle Creek, MI Metro Area
EDFacts 2021–22 · percentile among Michigan districts
| Metro Rank | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Marshall Public Schools | Marshall | 5/10 Average | 49th |
| #2 | Harper Creek Community Schools | Battle Creek | 5/10 Average | 41st |
| #3 | Lakeview School District | Battle Creek | 4/10 Below Average | 37th |
| #4 | Athens Area Schools | East Leroy | 4/10 Below Average | 35th |
| #5 | Homer Community Schools | Homer | 4/10 Below Average | 30th |
| #6 | Tekonsha Community Schools | Tekonsha | 2/10 Poor | 13th |
| #7 | Battle Creek Public Schools | Battle Creek | 1/10 Poor | 4th |
Best School Districts in the Battle Creek, MI Metro Area (2026)
Counties are assigned to metropolitan areas using the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 delineation, and each district is placed in the county of its NCES directory listing. Ratings come from EDFacts 2021–22 (Michigan) and are percentile-ranked within the district's own state. Always confirm your assignment by address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best-rated school district in the Battle Creek, MI metro area? ▼
Among the 7 rated districts in the Battle Creek, MI metro area, the highest-rated is Marshall Public Schools (Marshall), rated 5/10 (Average) and in the 49th percentile of Michigan districts on EDFacts 2021–22 reading and math proficiency.
How are these rankings calculated? ▼
Each district's rating comes from the share of its students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments, percentile-ranked against all rated districts in its state and converted to a 1–10 scale. Full methodology here.