Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brewster Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Brewster Elementary School serves the west part of Rochester, MI, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brewster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brewster Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brewster Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brewster Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#81 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brewster Elementary School's ranking?
Brewster Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brewster Elementary School often compared to?
Brewster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Musson Elementary School, Delta Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brewster Elementary School?
377 students attend Brewster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brewster Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brewster Elementary School?
Brewster Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brewster Elementary School offer ?
Brewster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brewster Elementary School part of?
Brewster Elementary School is part of Rochester Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Brewster Elementary School located?
Brewster Elementary School is located in the Hawthorn neighborhood of Rochester, MI.
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