Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Beaver Island Community School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaver Island Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beaver Island Community School's student population of 51 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beaver Island Community 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 Beaver Island Community School is 0.18, 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
#607 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Beaver Island Community School's ranking?
Beaver Island Community School is ranked #607 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beaver Island Community School?
The graduation rate of Beaver Island Community School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Beaver Island Community School?
51 students attend Beaver Island Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Beaver Island Community School students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaver Island Community School?
Beaver Island Community School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beaver Island Community School offer ?
Beaver Island Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Beaver Island Community School part of?
Beaver Island Community School is part of Beaver Island Community School District.
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