Serving 835 students in grades 7-8, Kenneth T Beagle Middle 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 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Leon W. Hayes Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Grand Ledge school district, covering approximately 119.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School's student population of 835 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
835 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenneth T Beagle Middle 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 Kenneth T Beagle Middle School is 0.45, 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
#695 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Kenneth T Beagle Middle School's ranking?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School is ranked #695 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kenneth T Beagle Middle School?
835 students attend Kenneth T Beagle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Kenneth T Beagle Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenneth T Beagle Middle School?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kenneth T Beagle Middle School offer ?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenneth T Beagle Middle School part of?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School is part of Grand Ledge School District.
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