For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 214 students in 48529, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 48529, MI is Bendle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 48529 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48529, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48529, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bendle Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2294 E Bristol Rd
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-3385
Burton, MI 48529
(810) 591-3385
Gr: 6-8 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
48529, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48529, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48529, MI include Bendle Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48529?
1 public middle schools are located in 48529.
What is the racial composition of students in 48529?
48529 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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