Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beal City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beal City Elementary School's student population of 264 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beal City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beal City Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1395 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beal City Elementary School's ranking?
Beal City Elementary School is ranked #1395 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beal City Elementary School often compared to?
Beal City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weidman Elementary School, Renaissance Public School Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Beal City Elementary School?
264 students attend Beal City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Beal City Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beal City Elementary School?
Beal City Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beal City Elementary School offer ?
Beal City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beal City Elementary School part of?
Beal City Elementary School is part of Beal City Public Schools School District.
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