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#2491 of 3,192 schools in MI
Belle River Elementary School
Elementary School · East China School District · Marine City, MI
An East China School District elementary school where students score 4 points below what's typical for similar communities.
1601 CHARTIER RD, Marine City, MI 48039
- Math 31% vs MI 37% (2022)
- Reading 38% vs MI 43% (2022)
- 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Belle River Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MI average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 6 points since 2019, to 34% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 41% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 51% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
58.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Belle River Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 19Car-Dependent
- Bike 35Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated900/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Marine City), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$76,304
Median home value
$170,800
Median rent
$879/mo
College educated
20.1%
Homeownership
89.2%
Poverty rate
6.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 48039; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East China Virtual AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 4.9 | K–12 | 3.3 mi | 47 | Compare → |
| Gearing Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.1 | PK–4 | Not available | 350 | Compare → |
| Palms Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.3 | K–5 | Not available | 237 | Compare → |
| Pine River Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.3 | K–4 | Not available | 349 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
East China School District
- Schools in district
- 9
- Rank in district
- #8 of 9
- District spending per student
- $14,353NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 8.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
Belle River Elementary School is listed in East China School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Belle River Elementary School
Belle River Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marine City, MI, part of East China School District, serving approximately 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,491 of 3,192 schools in MI. State assessment records show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Belle River Elementary School
What grades does Belle River Elementary School serve?
Belle River Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Belle River Elementary School?
Belle River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle River Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle River Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle River Elementary School rank in MI?
Belle River Elementary School ranks #2,491 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Belle River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Belle River Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle River Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Belle River Elementary School a charter school?
No, Belle River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle River Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Belle River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle River Elementary School?
58.8% of students at Belle River Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 357
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (810) 676-1150
- Area population (ZIP 48039)
- 7,466
- Area average commute
- 31.3 min
- Area median age
- 46.8
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 48039; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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