For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 4,459 students in 48170, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 48170, MI are Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy, East Middle School and Pccs Middle Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48170 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48170, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48170, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
48484 N Territorial Rd
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 459-6149
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 459-6149
Grades: K-8
| 804 students
Rank: #22.
East Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1042 S Mill St
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-4955
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-4955
Grades: 6-8
| 678 students
Rank: #33.
Pccs Middle Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
454 S Harvey St
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-4929
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-4929
Grades: 6-8
| 39 students
Rank: #44.
Ivywood Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14356 Genoa Ct
Plymouth, MI 48170
(248) 207-1757
Plymouth, MI 48170
(248) 207-1757
Grades: K-9
| 657 students
Rank: #55.
West Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
44401 W Ann Arbor Trl
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-7599
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-7599
Grades: 6-8
| 689 students
Rank: #66.
Pioneer Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
46081 Ann Arbor Rd W
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-2770
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-2770
Grades: 6-8
| 778 students
Rank: #77.
Liberty Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
46250 Cherry Hill Rd
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-7600
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 814 students
48170, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Allen Early Learning Academy (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
11100 North Haggerty Road
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 582-6801
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 582-6801
Grades: PK
| n/a students
11100 North Haggerty Rd
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-3050
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-3050
Grades: PK-5
| 408 students
650 Church St
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-2990
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-2990
Grades: 6-8
| 766 students
39750 Joy Rd
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-6030
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 416-6030
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
New School High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
46250 Ann Arbor Rd W
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 386-6601
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 386-6601
Grades: 9-12
| 51 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 48170, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 48170, MI include Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy, East Middle School and Pccs Middle Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48170?
7 public middle schools are located in 48170.
What is the racial composition of students in 48170?
48170 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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