Breton Downs Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

2500 Boston St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

East Grand Rapids Public Schools

3.8

3.7

457 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

Breton Downs Elementary School inspires students from pre-K through fifth grade. Located in the heart of the Breton Center neighborhood of East Grand Rapids, the school is easy to reach from the surrounding community. Students here score above average in math and reading tests compared to other schools in Grand Rapids and throughout the state. The teachers, staff and parent-teacher organization members work together to create a thriving environment for young learners. Breton Downs Elementary teachers are rated highly by local parents and community members. They seek to inspire students through excellent academic instruction and unique community events. The curriculum is carefully designed and differentiated for each child. This helps foster lifelong learning in a caring, kind and respectful environment. Students can take part in Running Club, Art Club, science fairs and mini-market events, and athletic opportunities teach Breton Downs Bulldogs the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork on and off the field. From academic preparation to extracurricular achievement, Breton Downs Elementary fosters an atmosphere that helps students learn how to identify and reach their goals.

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Caroline Cannon

Student Teacher Ratio
20:1

Math Proficiency
63%

Reading Proficiency
73%

Academics

A+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

73%

Math Proficiency

63%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

20:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

8.5%

Test Scores

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female

51%

Male

49%

White

88.2%

Hispanic

Two or more races

4.8%

Black

1.1%

Asian or Pacific Islander

<1%

School Rankings

#20 Best Public ES Teachers in Michigan

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

4.0 NicheUser

11/24/2014

They do a good job, except when it comes to bullying and drugs / alcohol. They look the other way... don't want to admit this district has issues. Give the students 24 hour "warning" that the drug sniffing dogs are coming to the building. Bullying is an issue. Always has been, always will be as long as they continue with the attitude that "our shi does not smell". Total denial...

5.0 NicheUser

11/24/2014

Very strong... College was easy for me compared to HS at East. Well prepared.

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5.0 parent

10/1/2025

This is my eldest son's first year at Breton Downs (he's 4th grade) and we couldn't be happier with this move! He loves the school, his teachers and friends, and is excited to learn. He's also given so much opportunity for growth and learning outside of school. So grateful to be a part of the Breton...

5.0 parent

8/24/2024

My child has had a wonderful experience at Breton Downs. Every single teacher they have had has been incredibly supportive. I feel so lucky to have my kids be a part of this learning environment.

1.0 parent

7/6/2023

The teachers at the school are amazing. They are caring and focused on kids. The principal of the school is horrible. She is fake and doesn’t support the teachers.

1.0 parent

1/17/2018

not as good as wealthy or lakeside

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Breton Downs Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Grand Rapids, MI, in the East Grand Rapids neighborhood, and is served by the East Grand Rapids Public Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 457 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 63% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Breton Downs Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $313,607. Discover additional schools in the area, like East Grand Rapids High School, Ottawa Hills High School, Empower U, and more. Learn more about what Grand Rapids has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Breton Downs Elementary School.

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