Derby Middle School

1300 Derby Rd
Birmingham, MI 48009
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, Derby Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 620 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Derby Middle School's student population of 620 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
620 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Rankings

Derby Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Derby Middle School is 0.27, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#300 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
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53%
36%
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68%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
2%
9%
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Black
3%
18%
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White
85%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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0.27
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Derby Middle School's ranking?
Derby Middle School is ranked #300 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Derby Middle School often compared to?
Derby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birmingham Covington School, Berkshire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Derby Middle School?
620 students attend Derby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Derby Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Derby Middle School?
Derby Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Derby Middle School offer ?
Derby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Derby Middle School part of?
Derby Middle School is part of Birmingham Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 620 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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