Harker Middle School serves 264 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 83% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 84% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 80%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)83%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)84%
80%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average).
How many students attend Harker Middle School?
264 students attend Harker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harker Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harker Middle School?
Harker Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harker Middle School offer ?
Harker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harker Middle School part of?
Harker Middle School is part of Saranac Community Schools School District.
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