For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 134 students in 48856, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 48856, MI are Fulton Middle School and Fulton Alternative Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48856 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48856, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48856, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #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 middle schools in 48856, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 48856, MI include Fulton Middle School and Fulton Alternative Education.
How many public middle schools are located in 48856?
2 public middle schools are located in 48856.
What is the racial composition of students in 48856?
48856 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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