Berkshire Middle School

21707 W 14 Mile Rd
Franklin, MI 48025
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 655 students in grades 6-8, Berkshire Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 655 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Berkshire Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Berkshire Middle School's student population of 655 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
655 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
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School Rankings

Berkshire Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkshire Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#591 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
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49%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Berkshire Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Berkshire Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
51%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Berkshire Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
4%
9%
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Black
20%
18%
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White
69%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.48
This chart displays the diversity score of Berkshire Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Berkshire Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Berkshire Middle School's ranking?
Berkshire Middle School is ranked #591 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Berkshire Middle School often compared to?
Berkshire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Derby Middle School, Birmingham Covington School, Avondale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Berkshire Middle School?
655 students attend Berkshire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Berkshire Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkshire Middle School?
Berkshire Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berkshire Middle School offer ?
Berkshire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Berkshire Middle School part of?
Berkshire Middle School is part of Birmingham School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 655 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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