Serving 53 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Beaver Island Community School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beaver Island Community School's student population of 53 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beaver Island Community School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaver Island Community School is 0.20, 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
#658 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Beaver Island Community School's ranking?
Beaver Island Community School is ranked #658 out of 3,025 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
53 students attend Beaver Island Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Beaver Island Community School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beaver Island Community School?
Beaver Island Community School has a student ration of 7:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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