For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 626 students in 48519, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48519, MI are Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Atherton Jr Sr High School and Madison Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48519 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48519, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48519 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atherton Jr Sr High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48519, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2400 Clarice Ave
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0850
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0850
Gr: PK-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Atherton Jr Sr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3354 S Genesee Rd
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-9184
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-9184
Gr: 7-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Madison Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3266 S Genesee Rd
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 875-9050
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 875-9050
Gr: 9-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48519, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48519, MI include Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Atherton Jr Sr High School and Madison Academy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48519?
3 public high schools are located in 48519.
What is the racial composition of students in 48519?
48519 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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