Serving 439 students in grades 5-8, Kingsley Area 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 69% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsley Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kingsley Area Middle School's student population of 439 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kingsley Area 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 Kingsley Area Middle School is 0.12, 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
#479 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
94%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Kingsley Area Middle School's ranking?
Kingsley Area Middle School is ranked #479 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kingsley Area Middle School often compared to?
Kingsley Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckley Community Schools, Mesick Consolidated Jrsr High School, West Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Kingsley Area Middle School?
439 students attend Kingsley Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kingsley Area Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingsley Area Middle School?
Kingsley Area Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kingsley Area Middle School offer ?
Kingsley Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kingsley Area Middle School part of?
Kingsley Area Middle School is part of Kingsley Area Schools School District.
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