Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Minges Brook School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minges Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Minges Brook School's student population of 336 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minges Brook School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minges Brook School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1686 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
50%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minges Brook School's ranking?
Minges Brook School is ranked #1686 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Minges Brook School often compared to?
Minges Brook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Minges Brook School?
336 students attend Minges Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Minges Brook School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minges Brook School?
Minges Brook School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minges Brook School offer ?
Minges Brook School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Minges Brook School part of?
Minges Brook School is part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun) School District.
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