Serving 840 students in grades 7-8, Kenneth T Beagle Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School's student population of 840 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenneth T Beagle Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#803 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenneth T Beagle Middle School's ranking?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School is ranked #803 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kenneth T Beagle Middle School?
840 students attend Kenneth T Beagle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kenneth T Beagle Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenneth T Beagle Middle School?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenneth T Beagle Middle School offer ?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenneth T Beagle Middle School part of?
Kenneth T Beagle Middle School is part of Grand Ledge School District.
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