For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 917 students in 48509, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48509, MI are Barhitte Elementary School and Bentley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48509 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48509, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48509, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barhitte Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6080 Roberta St
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9647
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9647
Grades: PK-5
| 317 students
Rank: #22.
Bentley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1180 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9061
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9061
Grades: 6-8
| 149 students
Rank: n/an/a
2499 Cashin St
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-8483
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-8483
Grades: PK-1
| 451 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48509, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48509, MI include Barhitte Elementary School and Bentley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48509?
3 public elementary schools are located in 48509.
What is the racial composition of students in 48509?
48509 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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