For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 617 students in 49348, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 49348, MI is Wayland Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 49348 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49348, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49348, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayland Union Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 Wildcat Dr
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2306
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2306
Gr: 5-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
49348, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Environmental Education Center (Closed 2009)
Vocational School
3400 Second Street
Wayland, MI 49348
(517) 325-6348
Wayland, MI 49348
(517) 325-6348
Gr: Inquire with school
Wayland Young Adult Program (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
118 West Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 673-2167
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 673-2167
Gr: Inquire with school | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49348, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49348, MI include Wayland Union Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49348?
1 public middle schools are located in 49348.
What is the racial composition of students in 49348?
49348 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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