For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,804 students in 48309, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48309, MI are Avondale Gifted And Talented Education, West Middle School and Avondale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48309 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48309, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48309, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education
Magnet School
(Math: 97% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1435 W Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6400
Gr: 2-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
West Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Old Perch Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 726-5000
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 726-5000
Gr: 6-12 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Avondale Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1445 W Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6300
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48309, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48309, MI include Avondale Gifted And Talented Education, West Middle School and Avondale Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48309?
3 public middle schools are located in 48309.
What is the racial composition of students in 48309?
48309 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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