For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 956 students in Rockwood, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in Rockwood, MI is Shumate Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockwood, MI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in Rockwood have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Rockwood, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shumate Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
30448 W Jefferson Ave
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7600
Rockwood, MI 48173
(734) 379-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Rockwood, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Rockwood, MI include Shumate Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Rockwood?
2 public middle schools are located in Rockwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Rockwood?
Rockwood public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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