Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Briarwood Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Briarwood Elementary School's student population of 347 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briarwood Elementary 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 Briarwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1979 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarwood Elementary School's ranking?
Briarwood Elementary School is ranked #1979 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Briarwood Elementary School often compared to?
Briarwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bruce Collins Elementary School, Warren Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Briarwood Elementary School?
347 students attend Briarwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Briarwood Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarwood Elementary School?
Briarwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Briarwood Elementary School offer ?
Briarwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briarwood Elementary School part of?
Briarwood Elementary School is part of Warren Woods School District.
In what neighborhood is Briarwood Elementary School located?
Briarwood Elementary School is located in the Warren Woods neighborhood of Warren, MI. There are 9 other public schools located in Warren Woods.
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