Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Beacon Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beacon Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beacon Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)35-39%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
94%
18%
White
2%
63%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Beacon Elementary School?
368 students attend Beacon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Beacon Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Elementary School?
Beacon Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beacon Elementary School offer ?
Beacon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beacon Elementary School part of?
Beacon Elementary School is part of Harper Woods The School District Of The City Of.
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