Serving 639 students in grades 3-8, Birmingham Covington School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birmingham Covington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Birmingham Covington School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Birmingham Covington School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birmingham Covington School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birmingham Covington School's ranking?
Birmingham Covington School is ranked #63 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Birmingham Covington School?
639 students attend Birmingham Covington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Birmingham Covington School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birmingham Covington School?
Birmingham Covington School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Birmingham Covington School offer ?
Birmingham Covington School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Birmingham Covington School part of?
Birmingham Covington School is part of Birmingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Birmingham Covington School located?
Birmingham Covington School is located in the Bloomfield Village neighborhood of Bloomfield Hills, MI.
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