For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,261 students in 48642, MI (there are , serving 39 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 48642, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48642, MI are Adams Elementary School, Midland High School and Plymouth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48642 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48642, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48642, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adams Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1005 Adams Dr
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-6037
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-6037
Gr: K-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Midland High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 Eastlawn Dr
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-5181
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-5181
Gr: 9-12 | 1,134 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Plymouth Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1105 E Sugnet Rd
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-7616
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-7616
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Northeast Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1305 E Sugnet Rd
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-5772
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-5772
Gr: 6-8 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Juvenile Justice Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3712 E Ashman St
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 837-6098
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 837-6098
Gr: 4-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Chestnut Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3900 Chestnut Hill Dr
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-6634
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-6634
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
48642, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Franklin Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2900 Dauer Street
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-5132
Midland, MI 48642
(989) 923-5132
Gr: 8-10 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48642, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48642, MI include Adams Elementary School, Midland High School and Plymouth Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48642?
6 public schools are located in 48642.
What percentage of students in 48642 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 48642 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48642?
48642 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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