For the 2025 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 6-12
| 1,887 students
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
Grades: K-8
| 759 students
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
Grades: 6-12
| 1,911 students
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
Grades: 6-12
| 1,917 students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 660 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 734 students
48187, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8400 Beck Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Grades: 9
| n/a students
8055 Fleet Street
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Grades: PK
| 529 students
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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