Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Thornapple Kellogg Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thornapple Kellogg 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 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1461 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornapple Kellogg Middle School's ranking?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is ranked #1461 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Thornapple Kellogg Middle School?
746 students attend Thornapple Kellogg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Thornapple Kellogg Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornapple Kellogg Middle School?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thornapple Kellogg Middle School offer ?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thornapple Kellogg Middle School part of?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is part of Thornapple Kellogg School District.
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