Serving 573 students in grades 6-9, James R Geisler Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James R Geisler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James R Geisler Middle School's student population of 573 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James R Geisler Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James R Geisler Middle School is 0.66, 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
#550 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
54%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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 James R Geisler Middle School's ranking?
James R Geisler Middle School is ranked #550 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend James R Geisler Middle School?
573 students attend James R Geisler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James R Geisler Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James R Geisler Middle School?
James R Geisler Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does James R Geisler Middle School offer ?
James R Geisler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is James R Geisler Middle School part of?
James R Geisler Middle School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools School District.
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