Serving 557 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 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakley W. Best Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Dearborn Heights, MI, encompassing approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakley W Best Middle School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Oakley W Best Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakley W Best Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2504 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
24%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
59%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakley W Best Middle School's ranking?
Oakley W Best Middle School is ranked #2504 out of 3,025 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, Carter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
557 students attend Oakley W Best Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Oakley W Best Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 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 16:1.
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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