For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 690 students in 48117, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48117, MI are Wagar Junior High School and Airport Center For Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48117 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48117, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48117, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wagar Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11200 Grafton Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6205
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-6205
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Airport Center For Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11330 Grafton Rd
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-4071
Carleton, MI 48117
(734) 654-4071
Gr: K-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48117, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48117, MI include Wagar Junior High School and Airport Center For Education.
How many public middle schools are located in 48117?
2 public middle schools are located in 48117.
What is the racial composition of students in 48117?
48117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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