Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beechview 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 41% (which is higher than 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beechview Elementary School serves the eastern part of Farmington, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beechview Elementary School's student population of 366 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beechview 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 Beechview Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1225 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beechview Elementary School's ranking?
Beechview Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Beechview Elementary School?
366 students attend Beechview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Beechview Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beechview Elementary School?
Beechview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beechview Elementary School offer ?
Beechview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beechview Elementary School part of?
Beechview Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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