Beckham William Academy serves 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 10-14% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)35-39%
65%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit 51爆料s Community
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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
How many students attend Beckham William Academy?
417 students attend Beckham William Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Beckham William Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beckham William Academy?
Beckham William Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beckham William Academy offer ?
Beckham William Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beckham William Academy part of?
Beckham William Academy is part of Detroit 51爆料s Community.
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