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#2154 of 3,192 schools in MI
Harbor Beach Elementary School
Elementary School · Harbor Beach Community Schools
402 SOUTH 5TH ST, Harbor Beach, MI 48441
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,154 of 3,192
In Harbor Beach
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Harbor Beach Community Schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Harbor Beach Elementary School
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About Harbor Beach Elementary School
Harbor Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harbor Beach, MI, part of Harbor Beach Community Schools. Harbor Beach Elementary School serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,154 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Harbor Beach Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, Harbor Beach Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Harbor Beach Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Harbor Beach Elementary School — Students at Harbor Beach Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Harbor Beach Elementary School Compares
See how Harbor Beach Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
402 SOUTH 5TH ST, Harbor Beach, MI 48441
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adams Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Bad Axe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ubly Community Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Ubly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bad Axe Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Bad Axe), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harbor Beach, see our Harbor Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor Beach Middle School Harbor Beach | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Harbor Beach Community High School Harbor Beach | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY OF LAKE HURON SCHOOL Harbor Beach | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Harbor Beach | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Eccles School Harbor Beach | 6.8 mi | — |
| Adams Elementary School Bad Axe | 10.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Verona Mills School Bad Axe | 11.5 mi | — |
| Ubly Community Elementary School Ubly | 16.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Ubly Community JrSr High School Ubly | 16.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Deckerville Elementary School Deckerville | 21.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Deckerville Community High School Deckerville | 21.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Church School Bad Axe | 16.6 mi | — |
| Big Burning School Bad Axe | 17.2 mi | — |
| Ascent High School Bad Axe | 17.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Bad Axe Elementary School Bad Axe | 18.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Bad Axe Middle School Bad Axe | 18.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Bad Axe High School Bad Axe | 18.0 mi | 6.7 |
| North Huron School Kinde | 18.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Huron Learning Center Bad Axe | 19.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CarsonvillePort Sanilac Learning Center Carsonville | 28.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,877
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
3,867
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
45.5
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| ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL Belmont, MI | 5.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Unionville, MI | 5.5 |
| Crescentwood Elementary School Eastpointe, MI | 5.5 |
| FREMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fremont, MI | 5.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Joseph, MI | 5.5 |
| North Pennfield Elementary Battle Creek, MI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor Beach Elementary School
What grades does Harbor Beach Elementary School serve?
Harbor Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harbor Beach Elementary School?
Harbor Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor Beach Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor Beach Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harbor Beach Elementary School rank in MI?
Harbor Beach Elementary School ranks #2,154 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Harbor Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Harbor Beach Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harbor Beach Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harbor Beach Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harbor Beach Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harbor Beach Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harbor Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harbor Beach Elementary School?
58.0% of students at Harbor Beach Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Huron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (989) 479-3261
Resources & Links
District
Harbor Beach Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 477
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,941
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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