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#82 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 3% in state

South Hills Middle School

Middle School · Bloomfield Hills Schools

4200 QUARTON RD, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Enrollment

609

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#82 of 3,192

In Bloomfield Hills

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Bloomfield Hills Schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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South Hills Middle School

8.8/10

Middle School in Bloomfield Hills · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Conant Elementary School

9.3/10

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7.8/10

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About South Hills Middle School

South Hills Middle School is a public middle school in Bloomfield Hills, MI, part of Bloomfield Hills Schools. South Hills Middle School serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for South Hills Middle School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • 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-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+40 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36.9 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,460
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

South Hills Middle School — Students at South Hills Middle School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
31.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.0% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 36 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
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
70.7%
ELA
79.7%

* 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 South Hills Middle School Compares

See how South Hills Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
98th percentile in MI
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

4200 QUARTON RD, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Hills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Hills Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Birmingham Covington School (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Berkshire Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 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 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Conant Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 0.2 mi 9.3
Wing Lake Developmental Center Bloomfield Hills 1.0 mi 7.8
Bloomfield Hills High School Bloomfield Township 1.4 mi 9.5
Way Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 1.7 mi 8.8
BLOOMFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 1.9 mi 7.4
West Maple Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 1.6 mi 8.5
ST REGIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.3 mi 5.0
BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.3 mi 6.1
CRANBROOK SCHOOLS Bloomfield Hills 2.1 mi 5.9
MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.4 mi 6.5
North Hills Middle School Bloomfield Hills 2.5 mi 8.6
Lone Pine Elementary School W. Bloomfield 2.1 mi 8.2
DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.3 mi 6.7
Berkshire Middle School Beverly Hills 2.7 mi 7.2
Birmingham Covington School Bloomfield Hills 2.3 mi 8.4
Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms 3.1 mi 7.0
BEVERLY HILLS ACADEMY Beverly Hills 2.8 mi 9.0
BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - WEST BLOOMFIELD West Bloomfield 2.4 mi 7.6
ROEPER CITY & COUNTRY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 3.1 mi 7.8
Ernest W Seaholm High School Birmingham 2.9 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$175,698

Median Home Value

$624,200

Median Rent

$2,048/mo

Population

17,346

College Educated

75%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

46.5

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School Rating
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Clague Middle School Ann Arbor, MI 8.7
Meads Mill Middle School Northville, MI 8.6
North Hills Middle School Bloomfield Hills, MI 8.6
Spring Lake Middle School Spring Lake, MI 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Hills Middle School

What grades does South Hills Middle School serve?

South Hills Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend South Hills Middle School?

South Hills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Hills Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Hills Middle School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Hills Middle School rank in MI?

South Hills Middle School ranks #82 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is South Hills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 South Hills Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Hills Middle School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is South Hills Middle School a charter school?

No, South Hills Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is South Hills Middle School a Title I school?

No, South Hills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Hills Middle School?

11.7% of students at South Hills 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

Bloomfield Hills Schools
District Enrollment
5,069
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,460
District Rank
#5 of 8

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