For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 420 students in 48097, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 48097, MI are Yale Junior High School and Phoenix Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48097 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48097, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48097, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yale Junior High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: 6-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Phoenix Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
247 School Dr
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Yale, MI 48097
(810) 387-3231
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 48097, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 48097, MI include Yale Junior High School and Phoenix Alternative School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48097?
2 public middle schools are located in 48097.
What is the racial composition of students in 48097?
48097 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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