Excellent
#303 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 10% in state
Based on limited data
Blackbird Elementary School
Elementary School · Harbor Springs School District
421 EAST LAKE ST, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#303 of 3,192
In Harbor Springs
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Harbor Springs School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Blackbird Elementary School
Blackbird Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harbor Springs, MI, part of Harbor Springs School District. Blackbird Elementary School serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackbird Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #303 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 163 students, Blackbird Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
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 Blackbird Elementary School Compares
See how Blackbird Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
421 EAST LAKE ST, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blackbird Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln School (rated 8.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Petoskey), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sheridan School (rated 8.2/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Petoskey), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ottawa Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Petoskey), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harbor Springs, see our Harbor Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor Springs Middle School Harbor Springs | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Harbor Springs High School Harbor Spgs | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln School Petoskey | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| CharEm Alternative Schools Charlevoix | 4.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Petoskey | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Elementary School Petoskey | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Petoskey Montessori Elem School Petoskey | 4.9 mi | — |
| Sheridan School Petoskey | 5.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Ottawa Elementary School Petoskey | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Petoskey High School Petoskey | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
| HARBOR LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor Springs | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Petoskey | 5.1 mi | — |
| Petoskey Middle School Petoskey | 5.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Concord Academy Petoskey Petoskey | 6.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Alanson Public School Alanson | 9.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MorganShaw School Boyne City | 15.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Boyne City Elementary School Boyne City | 15.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Boyne City Middle School Boyne City | 15.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Boyne City High School Boyne City | 15.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Pellston MiddleHigh School Pellston | 12.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,230
Median Home Value
$332,600
Median Rent
$997/mo
Population
7,277
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
88.8%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
55
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| BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - TROY Troy, MI | 8.1 |
| Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change Norton Shores, MI | 8.1 |
| Patterson Intermediate Learning Center Tecumseh, MI | 8.1 |
| ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY Bay City, MI | 8.2 |
| American Montessori Academy Elementary Livonia, MI | 8.0 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holland, MI | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blackbird Elementary School
What grades does Blackbird Elementary School serve?
Blackbird Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Blackbird Elementary School?
Blackbird Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackbird Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blackbird Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blackbird Elementary School rank in MI?
Blackbird Elementary School ranks #303 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Blackbird Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blackbird Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Blackbird Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blackbird Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blackbird Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blackbird Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blackbird Elementary School?
35.0% of students at Blackbird 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 163
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Emmet County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (231) 526-4600
Resources & Links
District
Harbor Springs School District- District Enrollment
- 711
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,143
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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