Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Belle River Elementary 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Belle River Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Belle River Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle River Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1702 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Belle River Elementary School's ranking?
Belle River Elementary School is ranked #1702 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Belle River Elementary School often compared to?
Belle River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palms Elementary School, Pine River Elementary School, Frostick School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Belle River Elementary School?
357 students attend Belle River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Belle River Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle River Elementary School?
Belle River Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belle River Elementary School offer ?
Belle River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle River Elementary School part of?
Belle River Elementary School is part of East China School District.
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