JOHN R RODGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John R Rodger Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bellaire Public Schools school district, located in BELLAIRE, MI with about 159 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 8 teachers, John R Rodger Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

John R. Rodger Elementary School is part of the Bellaire Public Schools district, located in the scenic rural community of Bellaire, Michigan. Serving students in the northern portion of the state, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive, small-town learning environment. As the primary elementary facility for the district, it focuses on building a strong academic foundation in core subjects while emphasizing the development of social-emotional skills and character education tailored to its local student body.

The school operates with a commitment to community-centered education, leveraging the tight-knit nature of Bellaire to encourage parental involvement and collaborative learning. By utilizing the resources of the Bellaire Public Schools district, John R. Rodger Elementary strives to provide a well-rounded experience that prepares young students for their transition to secondary education. The school's mission is generally aligned with the district's broader goals of academic excellence, personal growth, and creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere for all children.

For more information, contact John R Rodger Elementary School at (231) 533-8916 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.