For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 156 students in 48856, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48856, MI are Fulton High School and Fulton Alternative Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48856 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48856, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48856 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fulton High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48856, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 high schools in 48856, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48856, MI include Fulton High School and Fulton Alternative Education.
How many public high schools are located in 48856?
2 public high schools are located in 48856.
What is the racial composition of students in 48856?
48856 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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