The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-89% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥90% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students (09-10)
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-89%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥90%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(09-10)13%
5%
Black
(09-10)n/a
20%
White
(09-10)87%
70%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
38%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Benona Elementary School?
85 students attend Benona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Benona Elementary School students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Benona Elementary School offer ?
Benona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Benona Elementary School part of?
Benona Elementary School is part of Shelby Public Schools.
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