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#177 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 6% in state

Birmingham Covington School

Middle School · Birmingham Public Schools

1525 COVINGTON RD, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#177 of 3,192

In Bloomfield Hills

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 13

Birmingham Public Schools

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Birmingham Covington School

8.4/10

Middle School in Bloomfield Hills · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Birmingham Covington School

Birmingham Covington School is a public middle school in Bloomfield Hills, MI, part of Birmingham Public Schools. Birmingham Covington School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Birmingham Covington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Birmingham Covington School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+31.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.6 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,056

Birmingham Covington School — Students at Birmingham Covington School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 79.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
44.3% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 40 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
73.7%
ELA
74.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Birmingham Covington School Compares

See how Birmingham Covington School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
95th percentile in MI
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1525 COVINGTON RD, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Birmingham Covington School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Hills Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Berkshire Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Beverly Hills), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bloomfield Hills, see our Bloomfield Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CRANBROOK SCHOOLS Bloomfield Hills 0.7 mi 5.9
Quarton Elementary Birmingham 0.7 mi 8.5
DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 1.0 mi 6.7
Ernest W Seaholm High School Birmingham 1.4 mi 9.2
ST REGIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 1.6 mi 5.0
BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 1.7 mi 6.1
MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 1.8 mi 6.5
Berkshire Middle School Beverly Hills 2.1 mi 7.2
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Bloomfield Hills 2.0 mi 7.9
BEVERLY HILLS ACADEMY Beverly Hills 2.2 mi 9.0
Way Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 2.0 mi 8.8
ROEPER CITY & COUNTRY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.4 mi 7.8
ST HUGO OF THE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.6 mi 5.4
North Hills Middle School Bloomfield Hills 2.4 mi 8.6
Eastover Elementary School Bloomfld Hls 2.8 mi 9.1
Conant Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 2.1 mi 9.3
Wylie E Groves High School Beverly Hills 2.8 mi 9.2
Beverly Elementary School Beverly Hills 2.7 mi 8.3
Harlan Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 2.2 mi 8.1
Pierce Elementary School Birmingham 2.5 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$163,571

Median Home Value

$670,600

Median Rent

$1,878/mo

Population

14,749

College Educated

77.3%

Homeownership

87.1%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

48.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Birmingham Covington School

What grades does Birmingham Covington School serve?

Birmingham Covington School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend Birmingham Covington School?

Birmingham Covington School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Birmingham Covington School?

The student-teacher ratio at Birmingham Covington School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Birmingham Covington School rank in MI?

Birmingham Covington School ranks #177 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Birmingham Covington School's MySchoolScout rating?

Birmingham Covington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Birmingham Covington School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Birmingham Covington School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Birmingham Covington School a charter school?

No, Birmingham Covington School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Birmingham Covington School a Title I school?

No, Birmingham Covington School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birmingham Covington School?

4.5% of students at Birmingham Covington School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County

District

Birmingham Public Schools
District Enrollment
7,394
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,056
District Rank
#6 of 13

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