BERTHA NEAL SCHOOL

Bertha Neal School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Durand Area Schools school district, located in DURAND, MI with about 177 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st 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 17 teachers, Bertha Neal School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Bertha Neal School, located in Durand, Michigan, serves as a key elementary education facility within the Durand Area Schools district. Situated on West Main Street, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing foundational academic skills, social development, and personal growth. As part of a smaller community-focused district, the school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where students can build strong relationships with both their peers and dedicated teaching staff.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Durand Area Schools, which focuses on preparing students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum and extracurricular opportunities. By utilizing the resources provided by the district, Bertha Neal School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and parental engagement in the educational process. Families interested in learning more about their specific programming, academic calendar, or enrollment procedures can visit the district’s official website at http://durand.k12.mi.us.

For more information, contact Bertha Neal School at (989) 288-2016 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.