Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Western Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (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 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Middle School is 0.26, 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
#1627 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Western Middle School's ranking?
Western Middle School is ranked #1627 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Western Middle School often compared to?
Western Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Napoleon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Western Middle School?
619 students attend Western Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Western Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Middle School?
Western Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Middle School offer ?
Western Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Western Middle School part of?
Western Middle School is part of Western School District.
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