Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beacon Tree 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% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Tree 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
School Overview
Beacon Tree Elementary School's student population of 725 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beacon Tree 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 Beacon Tree Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#449 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
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
14%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Beacon Tree Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beacon Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Beacon Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard J Duncan Elementary School, Graebner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Beacon Tree Elementary School?
725 students attend Beacon Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Beacon Tree Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beacon Tree Elementary School?
Beacon Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beacon Tree Elementary School offer ?
Beacon Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beacon Tree Elementary School part of?
Beacon Tree Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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