Ryan Elementary School

461 Rudd St
Bronson, MI 49028
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 213 students in grades 3-5, Ryan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ryan Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

School Rankings

Ryan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ryan Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1833 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
27%
34%
38%
45%
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ryan Elementary School's ranking?
Ryan Elementary School is ranked #1833 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ryan Elementary School?
213 students attend Ryan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ryan Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ryan Elementary School?
Ryan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ryan Elementary School offer ?
Ryan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ryan Elementary School part of?
Ryan Elementary School is part of Bronson Community School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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