For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,716 students in 48390, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48390, MI are Walled Lake Central High School and James R Geisler Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48390 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48390, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48390, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walled Lake Central High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 E Oakley Park Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Gr: 8-12 | 1,135 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
James R Geisler Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
46720 W Pontiac Trl
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2900
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2900
Gr: 6-12 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
48390, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
615 North Pontiac Trl
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-5030
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-5030
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48390, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48390, MI include Walled Lake Central High School and James R Geisler Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48390?
2 public middle schools are located in 48390.
What is the racial composition of students in 48390?
48390 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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