Berrien Springs Middle School

502 Middle School Drive
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 396 students in grades 6-8, Berrien Springs 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 396 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Berrien Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Berrien Springs Middle School's student population of 396 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
396 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings

Berrien Springs 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 Berrien Springs Middle School is 0.73, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#1366 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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26%
36%
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54%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
7%
3%
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Hispanic
15%
9%
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Black
28%
18%
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White
40%
64%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.73
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Berrien Springs Middle School's ranking?
Berrien Springs Middle School is ranked #1366 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Berrien Springs Middle School often compared to?
Berrien Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upton 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Berrien Springs Middle School?
396 students attend Berrien Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Berrien Springs Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berrien Springs Middle School?
Berrien Springs Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berrien Springs Middle School offer ?
Berrien Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Berrien Springs Middle School part of?
Berrien Springs Middle School is part of Berrien Springs Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 396 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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