Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility is a prison in Ionia for men, run by the Michigan Department of Corrections.
Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility serves 9 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility's student population of 9 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
78%
18%
White
11%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility?
9 students attend Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility students are Black, 11% of students are American Indian, and 11% of students are White.
What grades does Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility offer ?
Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility part of?
Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility is part of Michigan Department Of Corrections School District.
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