For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 442 students in Bad Axe, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Bad Axe, MI are Adams Elementary School, Big Burning School and Huron Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bad Axe, MI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in Bad Axe have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 Bad Axe, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4151 Section Line Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-8944
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-8944
Gr: K-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Big Burning School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1509 N Van Dyke Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-8853
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-8853
Gr: K-8 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Huron Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1299 S Thomas Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9274
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9274
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Bad Axe High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 N Barrie Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9593
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9593
Gr: 7-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Verona Mills School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3487 School St
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-7054
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-7054
Gr: K-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Huron Area Technical Center
Vocational School
1160 S Van Dyke Rd
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9284
Bad Axe, MI 48413
(989) 269-9284
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Bad Axe, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Bad Axe, MI include Adams Elementary School, Big Burning School and Huron Learning Center.
How many public middle schools are located in Bad Axe?
6 public middle schools are located in Bad Axe.
What is the racial composition of students in Bad Axe?
Bad Axe public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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