Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beck Centennial 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 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beck Centennial Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beck Centennial 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 Beck Centennial Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1063 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
91%
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
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Beck Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Beck Centennial Elementary School is ranked #1063 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beck Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Beck Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Ebeling Elementary School, Richard J Duncan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Beck Centennial Elementary School?
465 students attend Beck Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Beck Centennial Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beck Centennial Elementary School?
Beck Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beck Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Beck Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beck Centennial Elementary School part of?
Beck Centennial Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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