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Best Schools in Middleton, Michigan

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.0/10
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Choosing a school in Middleton?

Use this page to compare every school in Middleton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Fulton High School

6.7/10

High · Fulton Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Fulton Elementary School

4.3/10

Elementary · Fulton Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Fulton Middle School

4.0/10

Middle · Fulton Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Middleton for 2026 are Fulton High School (6.7/10), Fulton Elementary School (4.3/10), and Fulton Middle School (4.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

5.0

out of 10

Median Home

$141,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Middleton

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Fulton High School 6.7 / 10
2 Fulton Elementary School 4.3 / 10
3 Fulton Middle School 4.0 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.0/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$82,500

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$141,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
14%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
19 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

Of occupied housing units

How Middleton compares

Michigan rank

#348 of 372

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.2

below Michigan avg (6.2)

Median household income

$83k

112% of Michigan median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Middleton, Michigan

Middleton, Michigan is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Middleton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Middleton is Fulton High School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Middleton is served by 1 school district: Fulton Schools. These districts collectively serve 544 students.

Middleton's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,500. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 48856 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 258 students · Pre-K–5th 4.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 132 students · 6th–8th 4.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 154 students · 9th–12th 6.7

Schools in Middleton

Middleton, Michigan · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$82,500

Median Home Value

$141,900

Median Rent

$700/mo

Population

842

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Community Profile

Middleton has a median household income of $82,500. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,900, with a median rent of $700/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Middleton, Michigan

How many schools are in Middleton, Michigan?

Middleton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Middleton, Michigan?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Middleton is 5.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Middleton, Michigan?

The top-ranked school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Fulton High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Middleton, Michigan?

The top-ranked elementary school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Fulton Elementary School with a composite score of 4.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Middleton, Michigan?

The top-ranked middle school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Fulton Middle School with a composite score of 4.0/10.

What is the best high school in Middleton, Michigan?

The top-ranked high school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Fulton High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Middleton, Michigan?

Middleton is served by 1 school district: Fulton Schools.

What is the education level in Middleton, Michigan?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Middleton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Middleton, Michigan?

The median household income in Middleton is approximately $82,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Middleton, Michigan?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Middleton is 18.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Middleton, Michigan?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.