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#238 of 462 private schools in MI
Brightmont Academy Birmingham
High School
33483 WOODWARD AVE, Birmingham, MI 48009
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#238 of 462
In Birmingham
#1 of 2
public schools
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Brightmont Academy Birmingham
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About Brightmont Academy Birmingham
Brightmont Academy Birmingham is a private high school in Birmingham, MI. Brightmont Academy Birmingham serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brightmont Academy Birmingham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #238 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Brightmont Academy Birmingham is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Brightmont Academy Birmingham sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brightmont Academy Birmingham is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Brightmont Academy Birmingham compares to the 4 public schools in Birmingham, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Birmingham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brightmont Academy Birmingham (this school) | 6.3 |
| Pierce Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Derby Middle School | 7.9 |
| Quarton Elementary | 8.5 |
| Ernest W Seaholm High School | 9.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
33483 WOODWARD AVE, Birmingham, MI 48009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brightmont Academy Birmingham may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Schroeder Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pierce Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHRINE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Royal Oak), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Birmingham | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Pierce Elementary School Birmingham | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| 3246 PIERCE Beverly Hills | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenfield Elementary School Beverly Hills | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Derby Middle School Birmingham | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Alfred E Upton Elementary School Royal Oak | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SHRINE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Royal Oak | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SHRINE ACADEMY Royal Oak | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Pembroke Elementary School Troy | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Beverly Elementary School Beverly Hills | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Pattengill Elementary School Berkley | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Vandenberg Elementary School Southfield | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Schroeder Elementary School Troy | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Angell Elementary School Berkley | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Harlan Elementary School Bloomfield Hills | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Crescent Academy PK1 Southfield | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Quarton Elementary Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| JAPHET SCHOOL Clawson | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Addams Elementary and ECC Royal Oak | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TROY ADVENTIST ACADEMY Troy | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,443
Median Home Value
$712,000
Median Rent
$1,891/mo
Population
21,623
College Educated
76.9%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
41.1
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|---|---|
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| Garfield Community School Livonia, MI | 6.3 |
| Mt Morris Education and Community Center Mount Morris, MI | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brightmont Academy Birmingham
What grades does Brightmont Academy Birmingham serve?
Brightmont Academy Birmingham serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Brightmont Academy Birmingham?
Brightmont Academy Birmingham has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brightmont Academy Birmingham?
The student-teacher ratio at Brightmont Academy Birmingham is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brightmont Academy Birmingham rank in MI?
Brightmont Academy Birmingham ranks #238 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Brightmont Academy Birmingham's MySchoolScout rating?
Brightmont Academy Birmingham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brightmont Academy Birmingham a private school?
Yes, Brightmont Academy Birmingham is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Brightmont Academy Birmingham a religious school?
No, Brightmont Academy Birmingham is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Phone
- (248) 430-3060
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