For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 988 students in 48026, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48026, MI are Richards Middle School and Arts Academy In The Woods. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48026 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48026, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48026, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richards Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
33500 Garfield Rd
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-7400
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 439-7400
Gr: 7-8 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Arts Academy In The Woods
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32101 Caroline
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 294-0391
Fraser, MI 48026
(586) 294-0391
Gr: 6-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48026, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48026, MI include Richards Middle School and Arts Academy In The Woods.
How many public middle schools are located in 48026?
2 public middle schools are located in 48026.
What is the racial composition of students in 48026?
48026 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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