Serving 729 students in grades 6-9, Byron Center West Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Byron Center West Middle School serves the entire Byron Center district, covering an area of approximately 40.7 square miles. The school is centrally located, with a typical drive of 10-12 minutes from various parts of the zone, which extends up to 6.3 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Byron Center West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Byron Center West Middle School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Byron Center West Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Byron Center West Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Byron Center West Middle School's ranking?
Byron Center West Middle School is ranked #78 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Byron Center West Middle School often compared to?
Byron Center West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Center Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Byron Center West Middle School?
729 students attend Byron Center West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Byron Center West Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Byron Center West Middle School?
Byron Center West Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Byron Center West Middle School offer ?
Byron Center West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Byron Center West Middle School part of?
Byron Center West Middle School is part of Byron Center School District.
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