Barryton Elementary School

19701 30th Ave
Barryton, MI 49305
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Barryton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Barryton Elementary School's student population of 205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Barryton Elementary School 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 Barryton Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1039 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
35%
50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barryton Elementary School's ranking?
Barryton Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Barryton Elementary School?
205 students attend Barryton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Barryton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barryton Elementary School?
Barryton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barryton Elementary School offer ?
Barryton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barryton Elementary School part of?
Barryton Elementary School is part of Chippewa Hills School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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