For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 259 students in Bellaire, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Bellaire, MI are Bellaire Middlehigh School and John R Rodger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bellaire, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Bellaire have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bellaire, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bellaire Middlehigh School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
204 W Forrest Home Ave
Bellaire, MI 49615
(231) 533-8015
Bellaire, MI 49615
(231) 533-8015
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
John R Rodger Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6535 John R Rodgers Rd
Bellaire, MI 49615
(231) 533-8916
Bellaire, MI 49615
(231) 533-8916
Gr: PK-5 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Bellaire, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
204 W. Forest Home Avenue
Bellaire, MI 49615
(231) 533-8015
Bellaire, MI 49615
(231) 533-8015
Gr: 6-12 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bellaire, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Bellaire, MI include Bellaire Middlehigh School and John R Rodger Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bellaire?
2 public schools are located in Bellaire.
What is the racial composition of students in Bellaire?
Bellaire public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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