Serving 964 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Branch Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in North Branch, MI, covering approximately 126 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Branch Elementary School's student population of 964 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Learning Community Dedicated to Excellence
School Rankings
North Branch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Branch Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#500 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)20.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 North Branch Elementary School's ranking?
North Branch Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Branch Elementary School often compared to?
North Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatfield School, Elva Lynch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Branch Elementary School?
964 students attend North Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Branch Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Branch Elementary School?
North Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Branch Elementary School offer ?
North Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Branch Elementary School part of?
North Branch Elementary School is part of North Branch Area Schools.
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