For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,080 students in 48519, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48519, MI are Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Burton Glen Charter Academy and Atherton Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48519 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48519, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48519, MI Public Middle 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 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Burton Glen Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4171 E Atherton Rd
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 744-2300
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 744-2300
Gr: K-8 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
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 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48519, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48519, MI include Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Burton Glen Charter Academy and Atherton Jr Sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48519?
3 public middle schools are located in 48519.
What is the racial composition of students in 48519?
48519 public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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