Black River Public School is a public college preparatory charter school located in Holland, Michigan.
Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Black River Public School Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Public School Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Black River Public School Elementary School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Black, Green
School Rankings
Black River Public School Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River Public School Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#667 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: River Rat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Public School Elementary School's ranking?
Black River Public School Elementary School is ranked #667 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Black River Public School Elementary School often compared to?
Black River Public School Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukazoo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Black River Public School Elementary School?
396 students attend Black River Public School Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Black River Public School Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black River Public School Elementary School?
Black River Public School Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black River Public School Elementary School offer ?
Black River Public School Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River Public School Elementary School part of?
Black River Public School Elementary School is part of Black River Public School District.
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