Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brendel 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 40-44% (which is higher than 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brendel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brendel Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Brendel 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 Brendel Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#959 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Brendel Elementary School's ranking?
Brendel Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brendel Elementary School often compared to?
Brendel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lillian G Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Brendel Elementary School?
417 students attend Brendel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brendel Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brendel Elementary School?
Brendel Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brendel Elementary School offer ?
Brendel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brendel Elementary School part of?
Brendel Elementary School is part of Grand Blanc Community Schools School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Students & Staff (Thanksgiving Break)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Staff & Students (Spring Break)
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day (Half Day) - Full Day for Staff
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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