For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,617 students in 48823, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48823, MI are Macdonald Middle School and Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48823 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48823, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48823, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Macdonald Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Burcham Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2875 Eyde Pkwy
East Lansing, MI 48823
(810) 471-4989
East Lansing, MI 48823
(810) 471-4989
Gr: 6-12 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48823, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48823, MI include Macdonald Middle School and Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs.
How many public middle schools are located in 48823?
2 public middle schools are located in 48823.
What is the racial composition of students in 48823?
48823 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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