Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Betsie Valley School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betsie Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Betsie Valley School's student population of 136 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Betsie Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betsie Valley 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
#1961 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
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
76%
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 Betsie Valley School's ranking?
Betsie Valley School is ranked #1961 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Betsie Valley School often compared to?
Betsie Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal Lake Elementary School, Frankfort Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Betsie Valley School?
136 students attend Betsie Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Betsie Valley School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Betsie Valley School?
Betsie Valley School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Betsie Valley School offer ?
Betsie Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Betsie Valley School part of?
Betsie Valley School is part of Benzie County Central Schools School District.
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