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Derby Middle

Derby Middle School is situated in Birmingham, Michigan, just west of Woodward Avenue and east of Troy. It is Derby’s mission to develop the whole child by building character and ensuring the progression of intellectual, social, emotional and physical growth. Helping to build a strong foundation for the future, Derby Middle School’s goal is to have its students to be prepared for and excel through high school and beyond. Derby is considered one of the best middle schools in the state ranking in the top 3% of all middle schools in Michigan.


The area around Derby Middle School is a very high-end part of metro Detroit.  Just to the northeast is the Somerset Collection which is a very luxurious shopping complex with such stores as Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus.  You’ll also be near downtown Birmingham where you can experience a beautiful and charming downtown setting with walkable streets, an array of restaurant options, boutique shopping and more.  If you’re looking to raise a family in a safe and highly-educated part of the Detroit suburbs then definitely check out the homes available in Birmingham and around Derby Middle School.

Facts about the Derby Middle:

• Derby Middle School was ranked better than 97.9% of elementary schools in Michigan.
• There are 49 full-time teachers.
• The ratio between teachers to students is 17.3.
• In any given school year, there are approximately 845 students.

Facts about the Derby Middle District

The Birmingham Public Schools educates nearly 8,300 students and spans across nine cities and communities in the metro Detroit area. There are:

• 8 Elementary Schools
• 2 Middle Schools
• 2 High Schools
• 1 Alternative School

School Information

Derby Middle School
1300 Derby Road
Birmingham, MI 48009
Phone: 248-203-5000
Principal: Celeste Nowacki

Birmingham Public Schools
20500 West 13 Mile Road
Beverly Hills, MI 48025
Phone: 248-645-1676