Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, Linden Grove Middle School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Linden Grove Middle School's student population of 726 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linden Grove 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 Linden Grove Middle School is 0.69, 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
#992 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
44%
18%
White
32%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Linden Grove Middle School's ranking?
Linden Grove Middle School is ranked #992 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Linden Grove Middle School often compared to?
Linden Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Linden Grove Middle School?
726 students attend Linden Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Linden Grove Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linden Grove Middle School?
Linden Grove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linden Grove Middle School offer ?
Linden Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Linden Grove Middle School part of?
Linden Grove Middle School is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
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