For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,419 students in 48382, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48382, MI are Clifford H Smart Middle School and Oak Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48382 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48382, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48382, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clifford H Smart Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8500 Commerce Rd
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 956-3500
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 956-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Oak Valley Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4200 White Oak Trl
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 684-8101
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 684-8101
Gr: 5-9 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
48382, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crossroads For Youth (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
9491 Wise Road
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 363-8494
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 363-8494
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48382, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48382, MI include Clifford H Smart Middle School and Oak Valley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48382?
2 public middle schools are located in 48382.
What is the racial composition of students in 48382?
48382 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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