Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Brimley Area School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brimley Area School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Brimley Area School's student population of 451 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brimley Area 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 Brimley Area School is 0.53, 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
#1333 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
52%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brimley Area School's ranking?
Brimley Area School is ranked #1333 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brimley Area School often compared to?
Brimley Area Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Detour Arts And Technology Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brimley Area School?
The graduation rate of Brimley Area School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Brimley Area School?
451 students attend Brimley Area School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Brimley Area School students are American Indian, 45% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brimley Area School?
Brimley Area School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brimley Area School offer ?
Brimley Area School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Brimley Area School part of?
Brimley Area School is part of Brimley Area Schools School District.
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