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Brethren High School
High School · Kaleva Norman Dickson School District
4400 NORTH HIGH BRIDGE RD, Brethren, MI 49619
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,991 of 3,192
In Brethren
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Kaleva Norman Dickson School District
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Brethren High School
Brethren High School is a public high school in Brethren, MI, part of Kaleva Norman Dickson School District. Brethren High School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brethren High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,991 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Brethren High School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Brethren High 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.
Test scores at Brethren High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Brethren High School runs 21.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Brethren High School — Students at Brethren High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Brethren High School Compares
See how Brethren High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4400 NORTH HIGH BRIDGE RD, Brethren, MI 49619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brethren High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bear Lake High School (rated 7.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Bear Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mesick Consolidated JrSr High School (rated 6.8/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Mesick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Benzie Central Sr High School (rated 6.5/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Benzonia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brethren, see our Brethren schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brethren Middle School Brethren | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| KND Elementary Brethren | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| PLEASANTVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Kaleva | 7.3 mi | — |
| Bear Lake High School Bear Lake | 10.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Bear Lake Elementary School Bear Lake | 10.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Onekama Consolidated Schools Onekama | 9.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Betsie Valley School Thompsonville | 13.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Manistee ISD Center Programs Manistee | 13.3 mi | 5.8 |
| John F Kennedy Elem School Manistee | 15.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Casman Alternative Academy Manistee | 15.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy Manistee | 15.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Manistee | 15.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Benzie Academy Benzonia | 21.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Benzie Central Middle School Benzonia | 21.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Benzie Central Sr High School Benzonia | 21.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Manistee Middle High School Manistee | 16.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Homestead Hills Elementary School Benzonia | 22.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Highpoint Virtual Academy of MIchigan Mesick | 16.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Floyd M Jewett Elem School Mesick | 16.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Mesick Consolidated JrSr High School Mesick | 17.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,118
Median Home Value
$135,800
Median Rent
$1,250/mo
Population
1,054
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
93.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
46.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brethren High School
What grades does Brethren High School serve?
Brethren High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Brethren High School?
Brethren High School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brethren High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brethren High School is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brethren High School rank in MI?
Brethren High School ranks #1,991 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Brethren High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brethren High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Brethren High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brethren High School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Brethren High School a charter school?
No, Brethren High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brethren High School a Title I school?
No, Brethren High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brethren High School?
60.9% of students at Brethren High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Manistee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (231) 477-5353
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
Kaleva Norman Dickson School District- District Enrollment
- 531
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,416
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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