Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Beach Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beach Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Beach Middle School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beach Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beach Middle School is 0.22, 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
#422 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Beach Middle School's ranking?
Beach Middle School is ranked #422 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beach Middle School often compared to?
Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Creek Elementary School, South Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Beach Middle School?
544 students attend Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Beach Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beach Middle School?
Beach Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beach Middle School offer ?
Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beach Middle School part of?
Beach Middle School is part of Chelsea School District.
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