About the Data
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6-8
Grades Served
335
Total Enrollment
15:1
Teacher-to-Student Ratio
9:10am-4:30pm
M, Tu, W, Th
9:10am - 1:30pm
Friday
Not Required
Uniforms
District Transportation Available
Transportation
About the School
Grant Beacon Middle School is committed to the high achievement and growth of every student, providing a college-preparatory program that sets high expectations and requires critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. We focus on the Blended Learning model, which enhances student understanding by combining traditional instructional methods with technology-based instruction.
Student Demographics
Asian
2.8%
Black or African American
7.9%
Hispanic or Latino
48.6%
White
34.6%
Other
6.2%
Teacher Demographics
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
4.6%
Black or African American
13.6%
Hispanic or Latino
13.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
Two or More Races
0%
White
63.6%
Unknown or Withheld
4.6%
Student Special Populations
Economically Disadvantaged
60.1%
English Learners
18.3%
Special Education
18.3%
7.43
Average Years of Experience for Teachers
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 81.5 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 51.8 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 57.1 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 67.2 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 65.8 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 90.3 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 91.8 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 46.8 % | 44.4 % | -2.4 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 20 % | 25 % | +5.0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 29.1 % | 22.9 % | -6.2 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 37.5 % | 50 % | +12.5 % |
| White | 79.4 % | 78.4 % | -1.0 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 24.9 % | 26.8 % | +1.9 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 76.7 % | 77.4 % | +0.7 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 28.9 % | 30.2 % | +1.3 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.2 % | 10.1 % | -3.1 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 31.3 % | 33.3 % | +2.0 % |
| White | 57.8 % | 64.9 % | +7.1 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 8.8 % | 12.6 % | +3.8 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 56 % | 63.2 % | +7.2 % |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 58 | 60 | +2.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 32 | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 54.5 | 59 | +4.5 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | 62 | 65 | +3.0 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 66 | 70.5 | +4.5 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 51 | 57 | +6.0 |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 54 | 48 | -6.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 52 | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 | 45 | -1.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | 69 | 55 | -14.0 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 65 | 57.5 | -7.5 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 46 | 41 | -5.0 |
Performance Plan
Preliminary State Performance Rating
Academic Offerings
Art History
Audio Production
Blended Learning
Broadcast Journalism
Ceramics
Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture
Competency-Based Learning
Comprehensive Health
Digital Media Arts
Drawing
Expeditionary Learning
Film
Gifted and Talented Supports
Project-Based Learning
Visual Arts
Special Programs Offered
Band
Dance Styles and Genres
Flag Football (Co-ed)
Futures Football
Guitar
Music
Painting
Physical Education (PE)
School Yearbook or Newspaper
Soccer (Boys)
Soccer (Girls)
Softball (Girls)
Sports Clubs
String Orchestra
Student Leadership
Track and Field (Boys)
Track and Field (Girls)
Volleyball (Boys)
Volleyball (Girls)
Student Services & Supports
Breakfast
Lunch
Community Resources
Special Education
Affective Needs Center-Based Program (AN)
Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program (MI)
Multi-Lingual Learners
ESL (English as a Second Language)
Early Childhood
Not Available
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
| Metric | In School Supensions | Out of School Suspensions | Referrals to Law Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 6.9 % | 9.9 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 8.3 % | 25 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.3 % | 11.2 % | 0 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 12.5 % | 6.3 % | 0 % |
| White | 4.8 % | 4.8 % | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 89.7 % |
| Truancy Rate | 4.1 % |