Serving 81 students in grades 7-8, Brethren Middle 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brethren Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Brethren Middle School's student population of 81 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brethren Middle 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 Brethren Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1247 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
90%
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
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brethren Middle School's ranking?
Brethren Middle School is ranked #1247 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brethren Middle School often compared to?
Brethren Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onekama Consolidated Schools, Knd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brethren Middle School?
81 students attend Brethren Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Brethren Middle School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brethren Middle School?
Brethren Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brethren Middle School offer ?
Brethren Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brethren Middle School part of?
Brethren Middle School is part of Kaleva Norman Dickson School District.
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