Serving 658 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 658 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery 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 Discovery Middle School is 0.62, which is more 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
#1036 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
58%
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
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #1036 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
658 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Discovery Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.
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