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Borland Elementary School

Elementary School · Imlay City Community Schools

500 WEST BORLAND RD, Imlay City, MI 48444

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,128 of 3,192

In Imlay City

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Imlay City Community Schools

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Borland Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Imlay City · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Imlay City High School

6.5/10

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7.0/10

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About Borland Elementary School

Borland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Imlay City, MI, part of Imlay City Community Schools. Borland Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Borland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,128 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Borland Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Borland Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,414
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

Borland Elementary School — Students at Borland Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
36.9%
ELA
38.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Borland Elementary School Compares

See how Borland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in MI
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Location

500 WEST BORLAND RD, Imlay City, MI 48444

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Borland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard Primary School (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Almont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kingsbury Country Day School (rated 7.8/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HamiltonParsons Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Leonard), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Imlay City, see our Imlay City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Imlay City High School Imlay City 0.2 mi 6.5
Weston Elementary School Imlay City 0.4 mi 7.0
Imlay City Middle School Imlay City 0.4 mi 5.9
Venture High School Imlay City 0.8 mi 6.5
IMLAY CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Imlay City 1.7 mi 5.7
Dryden Elementary School Dryden 4.9 mi 4.2
Lapeer Co Education and Technology Center Attica 4.9 mi 4.8
Dryden High School Dryden 5.6 mi 7.2
Almont High School Almont 6.1 mi 6.6
Almont Middle School Almont 6.2 mi 7.1
Orchard Primary School Almont 6.3 mi 8.5
Capac Elementary School Mussey 7.6 mi 4.5
Capac JrSr High School Mussey 7.7 mi 7.3
Capac Virtual Education Program Capac 7.7 mi 3.9
Leonard Elementary School Leonard 10.5 mi 6.3
Kingsbury Country Day School Oxford 11.5 mi 7.8
Elva Lynch Elementary School Lapeer 11.1 mi 5.9
HamiltonParsons Elementary School Leonard 14.4 mi 7.2
Lapeer High School Lapeer 11.1 mi 6.3
Romeo Middle School Bruce Twp 14.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,010

Median Home Value

$237,200

Median Rent

$800/mo

Population

9,320

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Borland Elementary School

What grades does Borland Elementary School serve?

Borland Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Borland Elementary School?

Borland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Borland Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Borland Elementary School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Borland Elementary School rank in MI?

Borland Elementary School ranks #2,128 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Borland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Borland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Borland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Borland Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Borland Elementary School a charter school?

No, Borland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Borland Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Borland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Borland Elementary School?

63.4% of students at Borland 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lapeer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

District

Imlay City Community Schools
District Enrollment
1,738
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,414
District Rank
#5 of 5

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