Serving 144 students in grades 6-12, Bellaire Middlehigh School ranks in the top 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellaire Middlehigh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bellaire Middlehigh School's student population of 144 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Bellaire Middlehigh School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellaire Middlehigh School is 0.15, 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
#1167 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Bellaire Middlehigh School's ranking?
Bellaire Middlehigh School is ranked #1167 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bellaire Middlehigh School often compared to?
Bellaire Middlehigh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Lake Public Schools 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 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellaire Middlehigh School?
The graduation rate of Bellaire Middlehigh School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Bellaire Middlehigh School?
144 students attend Bellaire Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bellaire Middlehigh School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellaire Middlehigh School?
Bellaire Middlehigh School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellaire Middlehigh School offer ?
Bellaire Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellaire Middlehigh School part of?
Bellaire Middlehigh School is part of Bellaire School District.
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