Serving 82 students in grades 7-8, Brethren Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brethren Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
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Attribute
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Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brethren Middle School's student population of 82 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brethren Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brethren Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1565 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brethren Middle School's ranking?
Brethren Middle School is ranked #1565 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brethren Middle School often compared to?
Brethren Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onekama Consolidated Schools, Knd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Brethren Middle School?
82 students attend Brethren Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Brethren Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brethren Middle School?
Brethren Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brethren Middle School offer ?
Brethren Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brethren Middle School part of?
Brethren Middle School is part of Kaleva Norman Dickson School District.
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