Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Branch Line School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Branch Line School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Branch Line School's student population of 141 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Branch Line School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branch Line School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1999 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
67%
63%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branch Line School's ranking?
Branch Line School is ranked #1999 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Branch Line School?
141 students attend Branch Line School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Branch Line School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branch Line School?
Branch Line School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Branch Line School offer ?
Branch Line School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Branch Line School part of?
Branch Line School is part of Branch Line School District.
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