Serving 665 students in grades 6-8, Ionia 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ionia Middle School's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ionia 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 Ionia 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
#1900 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ionia Middle School's ranking?
Ionia Middle School is ranked #1900 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ionia Middle School often compared to?
Ionia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Ionia Middle School?
665 students attend Ionia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ionia Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ionia Middle School?
Ionia Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ionia Middle School offer ?
Ionia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ionia Middle School part of?
Ionia Middle School is part of Ionia Public Schools School District.
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