For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 823 students in 48642, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48642, MI are Northeast Middle School and Juvenile Justice Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48642 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48642, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48642, MI Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 middle schools in 48642, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48642, MI include Northeast Middle School and Juvenile Justice Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 48642?
2 public middle schools are located in 48642.
What is the racial composition of students in 48642?
48642 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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