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#1382 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 43% in state

Beech Elementary

Elementary School · Redford Union Schools District No. 1

19990 Beech Daly Rd, Redford, MI 48240

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,382 of 3,192

In Redford

#5 of 20

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Redford Union Schools District No. 1

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Beech Elementary

6.6/10

Elementary School in Redford · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

David Ellis Academy West

4.3/10

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6.5/10

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About Beech Elementary

Beech Elementary is a public elementary school in Redford, MI, part of Redford Union Schools District No. 1. Beech Elementary serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Beech Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,382 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Beech Elementary show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Beech Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

71% of students at Beech Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-28.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.4 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,123
Chronic Absenteeism70.7%

Beech Elementary — Students at Beech Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.2% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
14%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
16%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
15.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Beech Elementary Compares

See how Beech Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MI
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
70.7%

Location

19990 Beech Daly Rd, Redford, MI 48240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beech Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fostering Leadership Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST VALENTINE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Discovery Creative Pathways Redford (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Redford, see our Redford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
David Ellis Academy West Redford 0.1 mi 4.3
Redford Service Learning Academy Campus Redford 0.2 mi 6.5
Veritas Redford 1.1 mi 4.3
Redford Union Virtual Learning Redford 1.1 mi 7.4
Redford Union High School Redford 1.1 mi 5.3
Redford Union Jr High Redford 1.1 mi 4.8
Keeler School Redford 1.2 mi 6.5
Discovery Creative Pathways Redford Redford 1.4 mi 6.6
Glenn W Levey Middle School Southfield 1.6 mi 4.7
Weston Preparatory Academy Detroit 1.3 mi 4.0
Communication and Media Arts High School Detroit 1.4 mi 6.9
Grand River Academy Livonia 1.4 mi 4.9
Charles Wright Academy of Arts and Science Detroit 1.4 mi 4.3
Fostering Leadership Academy Redford 1.9 mi 7.8
Botsford Elementary School Livonia 1.5 mi 4.3
Bradford Academy Southfield 2.0 mi 4.1
Morris Adler Elementary School Southfield 2.2 mi 2.9
MadisonCarver Academy Detroit 1.7 mi 6.1
ST VALENTINE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redford 2.8 mi 6.8
Clarenceville Middle School Livonia 2.0 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,970

Median Home Value

$120,700

Median Rent

$1,326/mo

Population

17,097

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beech Elementary

What grades does Beech Elementary serve?

Beech Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Beech Elementary?

Beech Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beech Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beech Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beech Elementary rank in MI?

Beech Elementary ranks #1,382 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Beech Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beech Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beech Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beech Elementary has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is Beech Elementary a charter school?

No, Beech Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beech Elementary a Title I school?

No, Beech Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beech Elementary?

89.5% of students at Beech Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
70.7%

District

Redford Union Schools District No. 1
District Enrollment
2,015
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,123
District Rank
#2 of 6

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