For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,274 students in 48239, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48239, MI are John D Pierce Middle School, Westfield Preparatory High School and Soar Academic Institute. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48239 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48239, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48239, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John D Pierce Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25605 Orangelawn
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 937-8880
Gr: 6-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Westfield Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23750 Elmira
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 778-7990
Gr: 7-12 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Soar Academic Institute
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26141 Schoolcraft
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 535-4000
Gr: 6-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Washingtonparks Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11685 Appleton
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 592-6061
Gr: K-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1
Rank: #55.
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7635 Chatham
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Redford, MI 48239
(313) 274-8560
Gr: 3-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48239, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48239, MI include John D Pierce Middle School, Westfield Preparatory High School and Soar Academic Institute.
How many public middle schools are located in 48239?
5 public middle schools are located in 48239.
What is the racial composition of students in 48239?
48239 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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