For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,729 students in 48309, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 48309, MI are Avondale Gifted And Talented Education, West Middle School and Avondale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48309 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48309, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48309, MI Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education
Magnet School
(Math: 97% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1435 W Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Gr: 2-8 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
West Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Old Perch Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 726-5000
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 726-5000
Gr: 6-12 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Avondale Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1445 W Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6300
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
48309, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Avondale Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1435 W Auburn Road
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6600
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6600
Gr: 6-12
1435 West Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Gr: 5-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 48309, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 48309, MI include Avondale Gifted And Talented Education, West Middle School and Avondale Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48309?
3 public middle schools are located in 48309.
What is the racial composition of students in 48309?
48309 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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