For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,475 students in 48381, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 227 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 48381, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48381, MI are Muir Middle School, Kurtz Elementary School and Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48381 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48381, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48381, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Muir Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 George St
Milford, MI 48381
(248) 684-8060
Milford, MI 48381
(248) 684-8060
Gr: 5-8 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Kurtz Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1350 Kurtz Dr
Milford, MI 48381
(248) 684-8025
Milford, MI 48381
(248) 684-8025
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
515 General Motors Rd
Milford, MI 48381
(248) 684-8020
Milford, MI 48381
(248) 684-8020
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
48381, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48381, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48381, MI include Muir Middle School, Kurtz Elementary School and Johnson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48381?
3 public schools are located in 48381.
What percentage of students in 48381 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 48381 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48381?
48381 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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