For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,018 students in Belmont, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 232 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Belmont, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Belmont, MI are Chandler Woods Charter Academy and Belmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belmont, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Belmont have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Belmont, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chandler Woods Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6895 Samrick Ave Ne
Belmont, MI 49306
(616) 866-6000
Belmont, MI 49306
(616) 866-6000
Gr: PK-8 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6097 Belmont Ave Ne
Belmont, MI 49306
(616) 863-6362
Belmont, MI 49306
(616) 863-6362
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Belmont, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Belmont, MI include Chandler Woods Charter Academy and Belmont Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Belmont?
2 public schools are located in Belmont.
What percentage of students in Belmont go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Belmont are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Belmont?
Belmont public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Belmont are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Belmont include: Belmont Elementary School vs. Chandler Woods Charter Academy
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