Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bean Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bean Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bean Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Bean Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bean Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#699 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bean Elementary School's ranking?
Bean Elementary School is ranked #699 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bean Elementary School often compared to?
Bean Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharp Park Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bean Elementary School?
398 students attend Bean Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bean Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bean Elementary School?
Bean Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bean Elementary School offer ?
Bean Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bean Elementary School part of?
Bean Elementary School is part of Western School District.
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