Black River Public School is a public college preparatory charter school located in Holland, Michigan.
Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Black River Public School Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Public School Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Black River Public School Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Black, Green
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Black River Public School Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River Public School Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#866 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: River Rat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Public School Elementary School's ranking?
Black River Public School Elementary School is ranked #866 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Black River Public School Elementary School often compared to?
Black River Public School Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukazoo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Black River Public School Elementary School?
395 students attend Black River Public School Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Black River Public School Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black River Public School Elementary School?
Black River Public School Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Black River Public School Elementary School offer ?
Black River Public School Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River Public School Elementary School part of?
Black River Public School Elementary School is part of Black River Public School District.
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