Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beach 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 55-59% (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 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (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
Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beach Elementary School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beach 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 Beach Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#358 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
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
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Beach Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Beach Elementary School?
308 students attend Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Beach Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beach Elementary School?
Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beach Elementary School offer ?
Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beach Elementary School part of?
Beach Elementary School is part of Fruitport Community Schools School District.
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