For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,347 students in 48509, MI (there are , serving 456 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 48509, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48509, MI are Bentley High School Bold Academy, 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 schools in zipcode 48509 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48509, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48509, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bentley High School Bold Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1150 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Barhitte Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6080 Roberta St
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9647
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9647
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Bentley Senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1150 N Belsay Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-9046
Gr: 9-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Flex High Burton
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1245 S Center Rd
Burton, MI 48509
(877) 360-5327
Burton, MI 48509
(877) 360-5327
Gr: 9-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
2499 Cashin St
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-8483
Burton, MI 48509
(810) 591-8483
Gr: PK-1 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48509, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48509, MI include Bentley High School Bold Academy, Barhitte Elementary School and Bentley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48509?
6 public schools are located in 48509.
What percentage of students in 48509 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 48509 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48509?
48509 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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