For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 430 students in 48509, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48509, MI are Bentley High School Bold Academy and Bentley Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48509 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48509, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48509 have a Graduation Rate of 38%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bentley Senior High School, with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48509, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bentley High School Bold Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1150 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Bentley Senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1150 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Gr: 9-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Flex High Burton
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1245 S Center Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(877) 360-5327
Burton, MI 48509
(877) 360-5327
Gr: 9-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48509, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48509, MI include Bentley High School Bold Academy and Bentley Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48509?
3 public high schools are located in 48509.
What is the racial composition of students in 48509?
48509 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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