Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barkell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barkell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Barkell Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barkell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barkell Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barkell Elementary School's ranking?
Barkell Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Barkell Elementary School?
272 students attend Barkell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Barkell Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barkell Elementary School?
Barkell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barkell Elementary School offer ?
Barkell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barkell Elementary School part of?
Barkell Elementary School is part of Hancock School District.
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