Crystal Lake Elementary School

Benzie County Central Schools
7048 SEVERANCE ST
BENZONIA, MI 49616
202 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Crystal Lake Elementary School, located in Benzonia, Michigan, is a key component of the Benzie County Central Schools district. The school serves the local community by providing a foundational education focused on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for their future transitions to middle and high school. Situated in a scenic area near its namesake lake, the school emphasizes a supportive, small-town learning environment that encourages student engagement and community involvement.

As part of the broader Benzie County school system, Crystal Lake Elementary integrates a standards-based curriculum with opportunities for extracurricular participation. The district is committed to leveraging modern educational tools and foster partnerships between parents, staff, and students to ensure a well-rounded academic experience. For families looking for more detailed information regarding school calendars, enrollment procedures, or specific district initiatives, the school maintains an active presence through the official Benzie County Central Schools website.
202
Total Students
13.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    176 (87.1 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (5.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    10 (5.0 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (1.5 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Benzie County Central Schools
Phone: (231)882-4641
Website: http://www.benzieschools.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 202
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 130
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 46
Grade 1 36
Grade 2 33
Grade 3 30
Grade 4 29
Grade 5 28
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Frankfort Elementary School
Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools
262 Students
613 LEELANAU AVE
FRANKFORT, MI 49635 (6.9 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th