For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,359 students in 48186, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48186, MI are Adlai Stevenson Middle School and Adams Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48186 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48186, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48186, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adlai Stevenson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38501 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2351
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2351
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Adams Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
33475 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2396
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 419-2396
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48186, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48186, MI include Adlai Stevenson Middle School and Adams Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48186?
2 public middle schools are located in 48186.
What is the racial composition of students in 48186?
48186 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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