For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 388 students in 48881, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 48881, MI is Saranac 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 48881 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48881, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 48881, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saranac Jrsr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Pleasant St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Gr: 7-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
48881, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
234 Vosper St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Gr: 6-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Saranac Community Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
150 S. Pleasant Street
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48881, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48881, MI include Saranac Jrsr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48881?
1 public middle schools are located in 48881.
What is the racial composition of students in 48881?
48881 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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