Serving 397 students in grades 6-12, Beal City High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 8% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beal City High School's student population of 397 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beal City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beal City High School is 0.15, 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
#1071 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Beal City High School's ranking?
Beal City High School is ranked #1071 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beal City High School often compared to?
Beal City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shepherd High School, Mt Pleasant Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beal City High School?
The graduation rate of Beal City High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Beal City High School?
397 students attend Beal City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Beal City High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beal City High School?
Beal City High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beal City High School offer ?
Beal City High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beal City High School part of?
Beal City High School is part of Beal City School District.
In what neighborhood is Beal City High School located?
Beal City High School is located in the Beal City neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Beal City.
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