Belleville High School is a public high school located in Belleville, Michigan and the only zoned high school in the Van Buren School District.
Serving 1,705 students in grades 7-12, Belleville 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belleville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Belleville High School's student population of 1,705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1869
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Belleville 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 Belleville High School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2025 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
47%
18%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Belleville Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belleville High School's ranking?
Belleville High School is ranked #2025 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belleville High School?
The graduation rate of Belleville High School is 82%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Belleville High School?
1,705 students attend Belleville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Belleville High School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belleville High School?
Belleville High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belleville High School offer ?
Belleville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belleville High School part of?
Belleville High School is part of Van Buren School District.
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