For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 7,868 students in 48187, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48187, MI are Salem High School, Canton Charter Academy and Plymouth High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48187 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48187, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48187, MI Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
46181 Joy Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-2800
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 1,887 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Canton Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
49100 Ford Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 453-9517
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 453-9517
Gr: K-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Plymouth High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8400 N Beck Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Gr: 6-12 | 1,911 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Canton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8415 N Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-7545
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-7545
Gr: 6-12 | 1,917 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Canton Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
46610 Cherry Hill Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 404-6776
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 404-6776
Gr: 7-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Discovery Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45083 Hanford Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-2880
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-2880
Gr: 6-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
48187, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8055 Fleet Street
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Gr: PK | 529 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48187, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48187, MI include Salem High School, Canton Charter Academy and Plymouth High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48187?
6 public middle schools are located in 48187.
What is the racial composition of students in 48187?
48187 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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