Serving 660 students in grades 4-8, Gull Lake 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 57% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gull Lake Middle School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gull Lake 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 Gull Lake Middle School is 0.31, 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
#947 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Gull Lake Middle School's ranking?
Gull Lake Middle School is ranked #947 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gull Lake Middle School often compared to?
Gull Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galesburgaugusta Middle School 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Gull Lake Middle School?
660 students attend Gull Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Gull Lake Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gull Lake Middle School?
Gull Lake Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gull Lake Middle School offer ?
Gull Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gull Lake Middle School part of?
Gull Lake Middle School is part of Gull Lake Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2010
After two years here I think we can conclude: Good teachers. Very traditional. Like a time capsule of what worked 20 years ago. A bit of downshift shock coming from a gifted child friendly school to this.
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