Black River Public School

The Black River Public School district in Michigan is home to two schools - Black River Public School MiddleHigh and Black River Public School Elementary. The middle/high school consistently ranks among the top 5% of high schools in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past three years. With a 100% four-year graduation rate and a 0% dropout rate, the middle/high school demonstrates exceptional student outcomes.

Academically, the middle/high school outperforms the state average in nearly all subjects, particularly in English Language Arts and SAT/Evidence-Based Reading and Writing. The elementary school also performs well, exceeding the state average in English Language Arts, though they lag behind in some math and science subjects. Both schools have diverse student populations, with a mix of racial and ethnic backgrounds, and moderate levels of economic diversity, with 25-28% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

The middle/high school spends significantly more per student ($13,148) compared to the elementary school ($8,158), which may contribute to its stronger academic performance. The middle/high school also has a lower student-teacher ratio (12.7) compared to the elementary school (16.4), suggesting more individualized attention for students. Overall, the Black River Public School district appears to be providing a high-quality education, with the middle/high school standing out as a particularly strong performer.