For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 390 students in 48856, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48856, MI are Fulton Elementary School and Fulton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48856 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48856, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48856, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8060 Ely Hwy
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7234
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7234
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Fulton Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8060 Ely Hwy
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Gr: 6-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48856, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48856, MI include Fulton Elementary School and Fulton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48856?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48856.
What is the racial composition of students in 48856?
48856 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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