Serving 445 students in grades 2-3, Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beach Elementary School serves the entire Cedar Springs, MI district, encompassing an area of approximately 112.8 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive and the furthest edge being about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beach Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beach Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1201 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Beach Elementary School is ranked #1201 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Beach Elementary School?
445 students attend Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Beach Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beach Elementary School?
Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beach Elementary School offer ?
Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beach Elementary School part of?
Beach Elementary School is part of Cedar Springs School District.
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