Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Breckenridge Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breckenridge Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Breckenridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breckenridge Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1440 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Breckenridge Elementary School's ranking?
Breckenridge Elementary School is ranked #1440 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Breckenridge Elementary School often compared to?
Breckenridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Elementary School, Carrie Knause Early Childhood Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Breckenridge Elementary School?
299 students attend Breckenridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Breckenridge Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breckenridge Elementary School?
Breckenridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Breckenridge Elementary School offer ?
Breckenridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Breckenridge Elementary School part of?
Breckenridge Elementary School is part of Breckenridge Community Schools School District.
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