Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Beadle Lake Elementary 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beadle Lake Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Beavers
School Rankings
Beadle Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beadle Lake Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1738 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beavers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beadle Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Beadle Lake Elementary School is ranked #1738 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beadle Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Beadle Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wattles Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Beadle Lake Elementary School?
338 students attend Beadle Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Beadle Lake Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beadle Lake Elementary School?
Beadle Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beadle Lake Elementary School offer ?
Beadle Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beadle Lake Elementary School part of?
Beadle Lake Elementary School is part of Harper Creek Community Schools School District.
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