Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Countryside Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Countryside Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Countryside Academy Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Countryside Academy 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 Countryside Academy Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#2336 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
33%
9%
Black
55%
18%
White
7%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Countryside Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Countryside Academy Elementary School is ranked #2336 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Countryside Academy Elementary School?
384 students attend Countryside Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Countryside Academy Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Countryside Academy Elementary School?
Countryside Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Countryside Academy Elementary School offer ?
Countryside Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Countryside Academy Elementary School part of?
Countryside Academy Elementary School is part of Countryside Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Countryside Academy Elementary School located?
Countryside Academy Elementary School is located in the Millburg neighborhood of Benton Harbor, MI.
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