Bertha Neal School serves 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bertha Neal School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bertha Neal School's student population of 169 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bertha Neal School is 0.20, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 schools are Bertha Neal School often compared to?
Bertha Neal Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Kerr School, Bryant School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bertha Neal School?
169 students attend Bertha Neal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bertha Neal School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bertha Neal School?
Bertha Neal School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bertha Neal School offer ?
Bertha Neal School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bertha Neal School part of?
Bertha Neal School is part of Durand Area Schools School District.
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