For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,963 students in 48188, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48188, MI are Achieve Charter Academy, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy and Star International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48188 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48188, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48188, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achieve Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3250 Denton Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-0960
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 397-0960
Gr: K-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3085 S Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 398-5658
Canton, MI 48188
(734) 398-5658
Gr: K-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Star International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45081 Geddes Rd
Canton, MI 48188
(313) 565-0507
Canton, MI 48188
(313) 565-0507
Gr: PK-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48188, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48188, MI include Achieve Charter Academy, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy and Star International Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48188?
3 public middle schools are located in 48188.
What is the racial composition of students in 48188?
48188 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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