Serving 376 students in grades 6-12, Beal City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beal City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Beal City High School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beal City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beal City High School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#598 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Beal City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beal City High School's ranking?
Beal City High School is ranked #598 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Beal City High School often compared to?
Beal City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Pleasant Senior High School, Shepherd High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beal City High School?
The graduation rate of Beal City High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Beal City High School?
376 students attend Beal City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Beal City High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beal City High School?
Beal City High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beal City High School offer ?
Beal City High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beal City High School part of?
Beal City High School is part of Beal City School District.
In what neighborhood is Beal City High School located?
Beal City High School is located in the Beal City neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Beal City.
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