For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,639 students in 48009, MI (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,110 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 48009, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48009, MI are Quarton Elementary School, Pierce Elementary School and Ernest W Seaholm High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48009 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48009, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48009, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quarton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
771 Chesterfield Ave
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3429
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3429
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Pierce Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1829 Pierce St
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-4337
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-4337
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Ernest W Seaholm High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2436 W Lincoln St
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3702
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3702
Gr: 9-12 | 1,081 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Derby Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1300 Derby Rd
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5003
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5003
Gr: 6-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
48009, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Midvale Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
2121 Midvale St
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5803
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5803
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48009, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48009, MI include Quarton Elementary School, Pierce Elementary School and Ernest W Seaholm High School.
How many public schools are located in 48009?
4 public schools are located in 48009.
What percentage of students in 48009 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 48009 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48009?
48009 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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