For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,068 students in 48457, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48457, MI are Hillmccloy High School, Kuehnhaven Middle School and Montrose Alternative Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48457 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48457, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48457, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillmccloy High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Nanita Dr
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8821
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8821
Gr: 8-12 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Kuehnhaven Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
303 Ray St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8831
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8831
Gr: 4-8 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Montrose Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Saginaw St
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8840
Montrose, MI 48457
(810) 591-8840
Gr: 8-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48457, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48457, MI include Hillmccloy High School, Kuehnhaven Middle School and Montrose Alternative Education Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 48457?
3 public middle schools are located in 48457.
What is the racial composition of students in 48457?
48457 public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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