Serving 265 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to 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: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Beal City Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mount Pleasant, MI, covering approximately 47.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beal City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beal City Elementary School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Beal City 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 Beal City 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
#1259 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Beal City Elementary School's ranking?
Beal City Elementary School is ranked #1259 out of 3,025 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Beal City Elementary School?
265 students attend Beal City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Beal City Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beal City Elementary School?
Beal City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beal City Elementary School offer ?
Beal City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beal City Elementary School part of?
Beal City Elementary School is part of Beal City School District.
In what neighborhood is Beal City Elementary School located?
Beal City Elementary School is located in the Beal City neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Beal City.
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