For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 546 students in 48856, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48856, MI are Fulton Elementary School, Fulton High School and Fulton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48856 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48856, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48856, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8060 Ely Hwy
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7234
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7234
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Fulton High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8060 Ely Hwy
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Fulton Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8060 Ely Hwy
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Gr: 6-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Fulton Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
129 East George St
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7300
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7300
Gr: 7-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48856, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48856, MI include Fulton Elementary School, Fulton High School and Fulton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48856?
4 public schools are located in 48856.
What is the racial composition of students in 48856?
48856 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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