For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 627 students in 48220, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48220, MI are Ferndale Middle School and Edison. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48220 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48220, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48220, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ferndale Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
725 Pinecrest Dr
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 541-1783
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 541-1783
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Edison
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1650 Mapledale St
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5400
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5400
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Jardon Vocational School
Special Education School
2200 Woodward Hts
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5950
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5950
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48220, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48220, MI include Ferndale Middle School and Edison.
How many public middle schools are located in 48220?
3 public middle schools are located in 48220.
What is the racial composition of students in 48220?
48220 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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