Very Good
#712 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 22% in state
Based on limited data
Bertha Neal School
Elementary School · Durand Area Schools
930 WEST MAIN ST, Durand, MI 48429
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#712 of 3,192
In Durand
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Durand Area Schools
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Bertha Neal School
Bertha Neal School is a public elementary school in Durand, MI, part of Durand Area Schools. Bertha Neal School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bertha Neal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #712 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Bertha Neal School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
36% of students at Bertha Neal School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bertha Neal School Compares
See how Bertha Neal School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
930 WEST MAIN ST, Durand, MI 48429
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bertha Neal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elsa Meyer Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Corunna), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Owosso), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Robert Kerr School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Durand, see our Durand schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Durand Area High School Durand | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Robert Kerr School Durand | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Durand Middle School Durand | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Gaines Elementary School Gaines | 5.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Byron Area High School Byron | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Byron Area Middle School Byron | 6.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Byron Area Elementary School Byron | 6.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Corunna Middle School Corunna | 7.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Corunna High School Corunna | 7.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Elsa Meyer Elementary School Corunna | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Syring Elementary School Swartz Creek | 7.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Dieck Elementary School Swartz Creek | 8.7 mi | 5.3 |
| GENESEE ACADEMY Swartz Creek | 9.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Swartz Creek High School Swartz Creek | 8.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center Swartz Creek | 8.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Swartz Creek Middle School Swartz Creek | 8.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Alternative High School Owosso | 9.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Owosso | 10.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Emerson School Owosso | 10.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Morrice Area High School Morrice | 10.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,070
Median Home Value
$151,600
Median Rent
$833/mo
Population
8,109
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAGLE CREEK ACADEMY Oakland, MI | 7.4 |
| Edmonson Montessori Detroit, MI | 7.4 |
| Sherwood Global Studies Academy Grand Rapids, MI | 7.4 |
| THE PATHFINDER SCHOOL Traverse City, MI | 7.4 |
| Waterford Montessori Academy Waterford, MI | 7.5 |
| Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center Garden City, MI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bertha Neal School
What grades does Bertha Neal School serve?
Bertha Neal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Bertha Neal School?
Bertha Neal School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bertha Neal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bertha Neal School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bertha Neal School rank in MI?
Bertha Neal School ranks #712 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Bertha Neal School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bertha Neal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bertha Neal School a charter school?
No, Bertha Neal School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bertha Neal School a Title I school?
No, Bertha Neal School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bertha Neal School?
66.3% of students at Bertha Neal 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Shiawassee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (989) 288-2016
Resources & Links
District
Durand Area Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,203
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,376
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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