Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barkell Elementary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Barkell Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hancock, MI, covering approximately 326.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barkell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barkell Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is the key to our future.
School Rankings
Barkell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barkell Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barkell Elementary School's ranking?
Barkell Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Barkell Elementary School?
257 students attend Barkell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Barkell Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barkell Elementary School?
Barkell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Barkell Elementary School offer ?
Barkell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barkell Elementary School part of?
Barkell Elementary School is part of Hancock School District.
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