Serving 695 students in grades 6-8, Berkshire Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkshire Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Berkshire Middle School's student population of 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
695 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
Be Bold. Be Brilliant. Be Birmingham.
School Rankings
Berkshire Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkshire Middle School is 0.46, which is less 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
#479 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkshire Middle School's ranking?
Berkshire Middle School is ranked #479 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Berkshire Middle School often compared to?
Berkshire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avondale Middle School, Derby Middle School, Clifford H Smart Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Berkshire Middle School?
695 students attend Berkshire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Berkshire Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkshire Middle School?
Berkshire Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Berkshire Middle School offer ?
Berkshire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkshire Middle School part of?
Berkshire Middle School is part of Birmingham School District.
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