Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Breton Downs School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breton Downs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Breton Downs School's student population of 459 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Breton Downs School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breton Downs School is 0.22, 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
#154 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breton Downs School's ranking?
Breton Downs School is ranked #154 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Breton Downs School often compared to?
Breton Downs Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside School, Wealthy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Breton Downs School?
459 students attend Breton Downs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Breton Downs School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breton Downs School?
Breton Downs School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Breton Downs School offer ?
Breton Downs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Breton Downs School part of?
Breton Downs School is part of East Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Breton Downs School located?
Breton Downs School is located in the Breton Center neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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