For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,629 students in 48519, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 122 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48519, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48519, MI are Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Burton Glen Charter Academy and Atherton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48519 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48519, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48519, MI Public 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.
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 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Atherton Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3444 S Genesee Rd
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0604
Burton, MI 48519
(810) 591-0604
Gr: K-6 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
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 schools in 48519, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48519, MI include Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center, Burton Glen Charter Academy and Atherton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48519?
5 public schools are located in 48519.
What percentage of students in 48519 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48519 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48519?
48519 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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