Serving 56 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Barry Isd Special Education ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barry Isd Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Barry Isd Special Education's student population of 56 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
56 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barry Isd Special Education ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barry Isd Special Education is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#946 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry Isd Special Education's ranking?
Barry Isd Special Education is ranked #946 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Barry Isd Special Education often compared to?
Barry Isd Special Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Delton Kellogg Elementary School, Southeastern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Barry Isd Special Education?
56 students attend Barry Isd Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Barry Isd Special Education students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barry Isd Special Education?
Barry Isd Special Education has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Barry Isd Special Education offer ?
Barry Isd Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barry Isd Special Education part of?
Barry Isd Special Education is part of Barry Independent School District.
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