Serving 923 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 8% 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-4
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Branch Elementary School's student population of 923 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Branch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Branch Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#594 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
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
48%
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 North Branch Elementary School's ranking?
North Branch Elementary School is ranked #594 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Branch Elementary School often compared to?
North Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatfield School, Elva Lynch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Branch Elementary School?
923 students attend North Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Branch Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Branch Elementary School?
North Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Branch Elementary School offer ?
North Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Branch Elementary School part of?
North Branch Elementary School is part of North Branch Area Schools School District.
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