Best Schools in Burr Oak, Michigan
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Burr Oak High School
High · Burr Oak Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Burr Oak Elementary School
Elementary · Burr Oak Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$119,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$119,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Burr Oak
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burr Oak High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Burr Oak Elementary School | 3.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $64,539
- Median home value
- $119,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 5%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Burr Oak compares
Michigan rank
#286 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$65k
88% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Burr Oak, Michigan
Burr Oak, Michigan is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Burr Oak show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Burr Oak is Burr Oak High School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Burr Oak is served by 1 school district: Burr Oak Community School District. These districts collectively serve 536 students.
Burr Oak's community shows 5% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,539. The poverty rate in the area is 10.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 152 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Burr Oak
Burr Oak, Michigan · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,539
Median Home Value
$119,300
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
2,435
College Educated
5%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Community Profile
Burr Oak has a median household income of $64,539. It is a community where 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,300, with a median rent of $1,076/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Burr Oak, Michigan
How many schools are in Burr Oak, Michigan?
Burr Oak has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Burr Oak, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Burr Oak is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Burr Oak, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Burr Oak on MySchoolScout is Burr Oak High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Burr Oak, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Burr Oak on MySchoolScout is Burr Oak Elementary School with a composite score of 3.2/10.
What is the best high school in Burr Oak, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Burr Oak on MySchoolScout is Burr Oak High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Burr Oak, Michigan?
Burr Oak is served by 1 school district: Burr Oak Community School District.
What is the education level in Burr Oak, Michigan?
According to Census data, 5% of adults in Burr Oak have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Burr Oak, Michigan?
The median household income in Burr Oak is approximately $64,539 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Burr Oak, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Burr Oak is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Burr Oak, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.