Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Minges Brook School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minges Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Minges Brook School's student population of 368 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Lakeview
School Rankings
Minges Brook School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minges Brook 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
#1313 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minges Brook School's ranking?
Minges Brook School is ranked #1313 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Minges Brook School often compared to?
Minges Brook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Minges Brook School?
368 students attend Minges Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Minges Brook School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minges Brook School?
Minges Brook School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Minges Brook School offer ?
Minges Brook School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Minges Brook School part of?
Minges Brook School is part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun).
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