For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,565 students in 48185, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48185, MI are John Glenn High School, American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48185 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48185, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48185, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Glenn High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
36105 Marquette St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2323
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2323
Gr: 8-12 | 1,468 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30055 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-0000
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-0000
Gr: 2-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Universal Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28015 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Gr: PK-12 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
48185, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kaselemis Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
8100 North Hubbard St
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-4602
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-4602
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
8100 Hubbard Street
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2760
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2760
Gr: K-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
6420 North Newburgh Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2740
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2740
Gr: K-5
Stottlemyer Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
34801 Marquette St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2645
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2645
Gr: PK
4825 Dancy
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 721-5515
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 721-5515
Gr: K-4 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
W Wayne Skill Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
8075 Ritz Ave
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2810
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 744-2810
Gr: 12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Walter P. Reuther Psychiatric Hospital (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
30901 Palmer Road
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 367-8600
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 367-8600
Gr: Inquire with school | 6 students Minority enrollment: 83%
William Ford Careertech Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
36455 Marquette St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2106
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2106
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48185, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48185, MI include John Glenn High School, American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48185?
3 public middle schools are located in 48185.
What is the racial composition of students in 48185?
48185 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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