Serving 396 students in grades 3-5, Borland 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 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Borland Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Imlay City, MI, encompassing approximately 104 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.9 miles and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Borland Elementary School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Borland 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 Borland Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1459 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borland Elementary School's ranking?
Borland Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Borland Elementary School often compared to?
Borland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weston Elementary School, Dryden Elementary School, Almont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Borland Elementary School?
396 students attend Borland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Borland Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Borland Elementary School?
Borland Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Borland Elementary School offer ?
Borland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Borland Elementary School part of?
Borland Elementary School is part of Imlay City Community Schools.
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