Serving 35 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Burt Township School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burt Township School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burt Township School's student population of 35 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burt Township School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burt Township School is 0.25, 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burt Township School's ranking?
Burt Township School is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burt Township School?
The graduation rate of Burt Township School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burt Township School?
35 students attend Burt Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Burt Township School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burt Township School?
Burt Township School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burt Township School offer ?
Burt Township School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Burt Township School part of?
Burt Township School is part of Burt Township School District.
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