Serving 511 students in grades 9-12, Belding High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belding High School's student population of 511 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Belding High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belding High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2350 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Belding Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belding High School's ranking?
Belding High School is ranked #2350 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Belding High School often compared to?
Belding High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ionia High School, Portland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belding High School?
The graduation rate of Belding High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Belding High School?
511 students attend Belding High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Belding High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belding High School?
Belding High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Belding High School offer ?
Belding High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belding High School part of?
Belding High School is part of Belding Area School District.
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