Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tau Beta School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tau Beta School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tau Beta School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tau Beta 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 Tau Beta School is 0.11, 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
#2652 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tau Beta School's ranking?
Tau Beta School is ranked #2652 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tau Beta School?
274 students attend Tau Beta School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Tau Beta School students are White, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tau Beta School?
Tau Beta School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tau Beta School offer ?
Tau Beta School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tau Beta School part of?
Tau Beta School is part of Hamtramck School District Of The City Of.
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