Elementary Schools in Hancock Public Schools


Summary:

Hancock Public Schools in Michigan is home to a single elementary school, Barkell Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. This standout institution has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance, ranking in the top 27% of Michigan elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Barkell Elementary School's test scores are notably higher than the state averages in several key subjects, including 3rd grade English Language Arts (61.3% vs. 38.9%) and 3rd grade Math (77.4% vs. 42.7%). The school's exceptional math proficiency rates suggest a strong focus on math instruction. While the school faces socioeconomic challenges, with 60.39% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, its academic achievements are commendable.

Despite the school's overall strong performance, there are a few areas where scores are closer to or below the state average, such as 4th grade English Language Arts (34.2% vs. 42.4%) and 5th grade Social Studies (27% vs. 29.8%). These could be potential areas for the school to focus on for further improvement. Nevertheless, Hancock Public Schools can be proud of the exceptional work being done at Barkell Elementary School, which serves as a valuable asset to the local community.

District Detail

 501 Campus Dr
Hancock, MI 49930-1845

 (906) 487-5925

SchoolDigger Rank:
154th of 613 Michigan districts

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Grades served: K-12
Students: 549

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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