For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 3,698 students in 48127, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48127, MI are Dearborn Stem Middle School, Clara B Ford Academy Sda and Vista Meadows Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48127 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48127, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48127, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dearborn Stem Middle School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
22586 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-1904
Gr: 6-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Clara B Ford Academy Sda
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20651 West Warren St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 436-0020
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 436-0020
Gr: 5-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Vista Meadows Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20651 West Warren St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 240-4347
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 240-4347
Gr: K-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Howe Trainable Center And Montessori
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22586 Ann Arbor Trl
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-7000
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 827-7000
Gr: PK-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Riverside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25900 W Warren St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 274-6792
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 274-6792
Gr: 5-8 | 1,139 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Star International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24425 Hass St
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 724-8990
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 724-8990
Gr: PK-12 | 1,728 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #77.
Global Heights Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
23713 Joy Rd
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 624-3400
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
(313) 624-3400
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48127, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48127, MI include Dearborn Stem Middle School, Clara B Ford Academy Sda and Vista Meadows Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48127?
7 public middle schools are located in 48127.
What is the racial composition of students in 48127?
48127 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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