For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 281 students in Brethren, MI.
The top ranked public elementary school in Brethren, MI is Knd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brethren, MI public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Brethren have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Brethren, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Highbridge Rd
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Brethren, MI 49619
(231) 477-5353
Gr: K-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Brethren, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Brethren, MI include Knd Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Brethren?
1 public elementary schools are located in Brethren.
What is the racial composition of students in Brethren?
Brethren public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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