For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 156 students in 48856, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48856, MI are Fulton High School and Fulton Alternative Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48856 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48856, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48856 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fulton High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48856, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fulton High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8060 Ely Hwy
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7232
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Fulton Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
129 East George St
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7300
Middleton, MI 48856
(989) 236-7300
Gr: 7-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48856, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48856, MI include Fulton High School and Fulton Alternative Education.
How many public high schools are located in 48856?
2 public high schools are located in 48856.
What is the racial composition of students in 48856?
48856 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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