Needs Improvement
#2924 of 3,192 schools in MI
Oakley W Best Middle School
Middle School · Dearborn Heights School District #7
22201 POWERS AVE, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,924 of 3,192
In Dearborn Heights
#16 of 20
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Dearborn Heights School District #7
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About Oakley W Best Middle School
Oakley W Best Middle School is a public middle school in Dearborn Heights, MI, part of Dearborn Heights School District #7. Oakley W Best Middle School serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakley W Best Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,924 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Oakley W Best Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Oakley W Best Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Oakley W Best Middle School — Students at Oakley W Best Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.6/10.
How Oakley W Best Middle School Compares
See how Oakley W Best Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22201 POWERS AVE, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakley W Best Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Duvall Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smith Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nowlin Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pardee School Dearborn Heights | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Annapolis High School Dearborn Heights | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Polk Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy Dearborn Heights | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Nowlin Elementary School Dearborn | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WhitmoreBolles Elementary School Dearborn | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| DEARBORN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dearborn | 1.3 mi | — |
| Taylor Parks Elementary School Taylor | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Smith Middle School Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Quest Charter Academy Taylor | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Edsel Ford High School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Duvall Elementary School Dearborn | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Clarence Randall Elem School Taylor | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Thorne Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Blair Moody Elementary School Taylor | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Bedford School Dearborn Heights | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| West Village Academy Dearborn | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 Dearborn | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Long Elementary School Dearborn | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Dearborn | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,534
Median Home Value
$119,300
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
Population
22,156
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
38.3
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| PD Chatterton Middle School Warren, MI | 3.9 |
| Thompson Middle School Saginaw, MI | 3.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Middle School Wayne, MI | 3.8 |
| BridgeportSpaulding Middle SchoolSchrah Saginaw, MI | 3.8 |
| Kelloggsville Middle School Grand Rapids, MI | 4.0 |
| Romulus Middle School Romulus, MI | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakley W Best Middle School
What grades does Oakley W Best Middle School serve?
Oakley W Best Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oakley W Best Middle School?
Oakley W Best Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakley W Best Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakley W Best Middle School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakley W Best Middle School rank in MI?
Oakley W Best Middle School ranks #2,924 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Oakley W Best Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakley W Best Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Oakley W Best Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakley W Best Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Oakley W Best Middle School a charter school?
No, Oakley W Best Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakley W Best Middle School a Title I school?
No, Oakley W Best Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakley W Best Middle School?
82.6% of students at Oakley W Best Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.0%
- Phone
- (313) 203-3200
Resources & Links
District
Dearborn Heights School District #7- District Enrollment
- 2,459
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,297
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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