For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 732 students in 48461, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 48461, MI is Ruth Fox Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 48461 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48461, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48461, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruth Fox Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6570 Brush St
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3284
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3284
Gr: 5-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
48461, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6600 Brush St
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
Gr: 7-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
P.o. Box 3620
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
Gr: K-2 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48461, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48461, MI include Ruth Fox Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48461?
1 public middle schools are located in 48461.
What is the racial composition of students in 48461?
48461 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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