For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 613 students in 48009, MI.
The top ranked public middle school in 48009, MI is Derby Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 48009 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48009, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48009, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Derby Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1300 Derby Rd
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5003
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5003
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
48009, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Midvale Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
2121 Midvale St
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5803
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5803
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 48009, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 48009, MI include Derby Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48009?
1 public middle schools are located in 48009.
What is the racial composition of students in 48009?
48009 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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