Serving 622 students in grades 5-8, Big Rapids Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Rapids Middle School's student population of 622 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Rapids Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Rapids Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1370 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Rapids Middle School's ranking?
Big Rapids Middle School is ranked #1370 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Big Rapids Middle School often compared to?
Big Rapids Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reed City Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Big Rapids Middle School?
622 students attend Big Rapids Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Big Rapids Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Rapids Middle School?
Big Rapids Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Rapids Middle School offer ?
Big Rapids Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Rapids Middle School part of?
Big Rapids Middle School is part of Big Rapids Public Schools School District.
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