BEACON TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Beacon Tree Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Utica Community Schools school district, located in SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI with about 767 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, Beacon Tree Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Beacon Tree Elementary School is a prominent educational institution located in Shelby Township, Michigan, serving students within the Utica Community Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The staff at Beacon Tree focuses on cultivating a well-rounded educational experience by integrating technology into the classroom and promoting critical thinking skills, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school.
Beyond its academic focus, Beacon Tree Elementary is highly regarded for its strong sense of community and parent involvement. The school maintains an active Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) and hosts various extracurricular programs, events, and initiatives designed to encourage collaboration between families and educators. By prioritizing a positive school culture, character development, and inclusive learning opportunities, Beacon Tree Elementary remains a cornerstone of the Shelby Township community, dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Beacon Tree Elementary School at (586) 797-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315-1049
(586) 797-7300
BEACON TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI with about 767 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Utica Community Schools
- Total Students:
- 767
- Teachers:
- 37.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 767 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BEACON TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.
- White
- 91.9%
- Asian
- 3.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.1%
- Two or more races
- 1.4%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.