Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bentheim Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bentheim Elementary School serves the eastern part of Hamilton, MI, covering an area of approximately 36.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bentheim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bentheim Elementary School's student population of 281 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 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 Calendar
School Rankings
Bentheim 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 Bentheim Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#622 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Bentheim Elementary School's ranking?
Bentheim Elementary School is ranked #622 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bentheim Elementary School often compared to?
Bentheim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Elementary School, Sycamore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bentheim Elementary School?
281 students attend Bentheim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bentheim Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bentheim Elementary School?
Bentheim Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bentheim Elementary School offer ?
Bentheim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bentheim Elementary School part of?
Bentheim Elementary School is part of Hamilton Community Schools.
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