For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 484 students in 48629, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 48629, MI is Houghton Lake Jrsr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 48629 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48629, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48629, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Houghton Lake Jrsr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4433 W Houghton Lake Dr
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
(989) 366-2035
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
(989) 366-2035
Gr: 7-12 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
48629, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4451 West Houghton Lake Dr
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
(989) 366-2023
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
(989) 366-2023
Gr: PK-2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48629, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48629, MI include Houghton Lake Jrsr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48629?
1 public middle schools are located in 48629.
What is the racial composition of students in 48629?
48629 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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