Serving 832 students in grades 5-8, Harper Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harper Creek Middle School's student population of 832 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
832 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harper Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper Creek Middle School is 0.29, 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
#2107 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Creek Middle School's ranking?
Harper Creek Middle School is ranked #2107 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harper Creek Middle School often compared to?
Harper Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Harper Creek Middle School?
832 students attend Harper Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Harper Creek Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harper Creek Middle School?
Harper Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harper Creek Middle School offer ?
Harper Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harper Creek Middle School part of?
Harper Creek Middle School is part of Harper Creek Community Schools School District.
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