For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,074 students in 48506, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48506, MI are Armstrong Middle School and Richfield Public School Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48506 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48506, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48506, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Armstrong Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6161 Hopkins Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9929
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9929
Gr: 6-8 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Richfield Public School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3807 N Center Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-1281
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-1281
Gr: 3-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48506, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48506, MI include Armstrong Middle School and Richfield Public School Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48506?
2 public middle schools are located in 48506.
What is the racial composition of students in 48506?
48506 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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