Serving 574 students in grades 6-8, Oakley W Best Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakley W Best Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oakley W Best Middle School's student population of 574 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Oakley W Best Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakley W Best Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2505 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakley W Best Middle School's ranking?
Oakley W Best Middle School is ranked #2505 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Oakley W Best Middle School often compared to?
Oakley W Best Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Advanced Technology Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakley W Best Middle School?
574 students attend Oakley W Best Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Oakley W Best Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakley W Best Middle School?
Oakley W Best Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakley W Best Middle School offer ?
Oakley W Best Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakley W Best Middle School part of?
Oakley W Best Middle School is part of Dearborn Heights School District #7.
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