For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,308 students in 48509, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 456 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 48509, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48509, MI are Bentley High School Bold Academy, Barhitte Elementary School and Bentley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48509 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48509, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48509, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bentley High School Bold Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1150 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9516
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9516
Grades: 9-12
| 27 students
Rank: #22.
Barhitte Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6080 Roberta St
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9647
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9647
Grades: PK-5
| 312 students
Rank: #33.
Bentley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1180 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9061
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9061
Grades: 6-8
| 152 students
Rank: #44.
Bentley Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1150 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9516
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9516
Grades: 9-12
| 257 students
Rank: n/an/a
Flex High Burton
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
1245 S Center Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(877) 360-5327
Burton, MI 48509
(877) 360-5327
Grades: 9-12
| 136 students
Rank: n/an/a
Weston Elementary School
Magnet School
2499 Cashin St
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-8483
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-8483
Grades: PK-1
| 424 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48509, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48509, MI include Bentley High School Bold Academy, Barhitte Elementary School and Bentley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48509?
6 public schools are located in 48509.
What percentage of students in 48509 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 48509 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48509?
48509 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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