Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Brethren High School ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brethren High School's student population of 140 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At the KND School District, our mission is to provide a high quality and meaningful education to meet the needs of all students.
School Rankings
Brethren High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brethren High School is 0.24, 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
#2062 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brethren High School's ranking?
Brethren High School is ranked #2062 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brethren High School often compared to?
Brethren High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manistee Middle High School, Bear Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brethren High School?
The graduation rate of Brethren High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Brethren High School?
140 students attend Brethren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Brethren High School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brethren High School?
Brethren High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brethren High School offer ?
Brethren High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brethren High School part of?
Brethren High School is part of Kaleva Norman Dickson School District.
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