For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 531 students in Brethren, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Brethren, MI are Brethren Middle School, Brethren High School and Knd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brethren, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Brethren have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Brethren, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brethren Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4400 N High Bridge Rd
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Grades: 7-8
| 81 students
Rank: #22.
Brethren High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4400 N High Bridge Rd
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Grades: 9-12
| 169 students
Rank: #33.
Knd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Highbridge Rd
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Grades: K-6
| 281 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Brethren, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Brethren, MI include Brethren Middle School, Brethren High School and Knd Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Brethren?
3 public schools are located in Brethren.
What is the racial composition of students in Brethren?
Brethren public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Brethren are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Brethren include: Brethren Middle School vs. Knd Elementary School, Knd Elementary School vs. Brethren Middle School
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