Serving 60 students in grades 6, Blandford School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blandford School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Blandford School's student population of 60 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Blandford School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blandford School is 0.37, which is less 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
#18 out of 3069 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blandford School's ranking?
Blandford School is ranked #18 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Blandford School?
60 students attend Blandford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Blandford School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blandford School?
Blandford School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blandford School offer ?
Blandford School offers enrollment in grades 6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Blandford School part of?
Blandford School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
I love Blandford SO much, especially the teachers in it. But I also love the fact that we have chickens at our school that we get to name, take care of, and sell the eggs of to earn money for our school! Like what other school has chickens! I am also very sad because this year (2019) Ms. Mc (Mrs. McKay), is leaving. Ms. Mc also has 2 chinchillas in her classroom and a gecko. I love animals so this is definitely not a problem for me and I love having them around to hold during the school day and take care of. This is the ultimately BEST school I have ever been to!
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