For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 430 students in 48509, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48509, MI are Bentley High School Bold Academy and Bentley Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48509 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48509, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48509 have a Graduation Rate of 38%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bentley Senior High School, with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48509, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)
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.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48509, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48509, MI include Bentley High School Bold Academy and Bentley Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48509?
3 public high schools are located in 48509.
What is the racial composition of students in 48509?
48509 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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