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#1687 of 3,192 schools in MI
Minges Brook School
Elementary School · Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun)
435 LINCOLN HILL DR, Battle Creek, MI 49015
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,687 of 3,192
In Battle Creek
#7 of 33
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun)
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Minges Brook School
Elementary School in Battle Creek · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Minges Brook School
Minges Brook School is a public elementary school in Battle Creek, MI, part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun). Minges Brook School serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Minges Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,687 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Minges Brook School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Minges Brook 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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Minges Brook School — Students at Minges Brook School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 5.2/10.
How Minges Brook School Compares
See how Minges Brook School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
435 LINCOLN HILL DR, Battle Creek, MI 49015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minges Brook School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BATTLE CREEK AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL ST JOSEPH ELEMEN (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westlake Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Battle Creek, see our Battle Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,719
Median Home Value
$171,000
Median Rent
$980/mo
Population
29,013
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Amberly Elementary School Portage, MI | 6.2 |
| Bath Elementary School Bath, MI | 6.2 |
| Burton International Academy Detroit, MI | 6.2 |
| Carver STEM Academy Detroit, MI | 6.2 |
| Central Montcalm Elementary School Sheridan, MI | 6.2 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette, MI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minges Brook School
What grades does Minges Brook School serve?
Minges Brook School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Minges Brook School?
Minges Brook School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minges Brook School?
The student-teacher ratio at Minges Brook School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minges Brook School rank in MI?
Minges Brook School ranks #1,687 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Minges Brook School's MySchoolScout rating?
Minges Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Minges Brook School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minges Brook School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Minges Brook School a charter school?
No, Minges Brook School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minges Brook School a Title I school?
No, Minges Brook School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minges Brook School?
67.5% of students at Minges Brook 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Calhoun County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (269) 565-4500
Resources & Links
District
Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun)- District Enrollment
- 3,802
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,490
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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