Serving 564 students in grades 6-8, Allendale Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Allendale Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Allendale, MI, covering approximately 32 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allendale Middle School's student population of 564 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allendale Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allendale Middle School is 0.37, 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
#710 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allendale Middle School's ranking?
Allendale Middle School is ranked #710 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Allendale Middle School often compared to?
Allendale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Allendale Middle School?
564 students attend Allendale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Allendale Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allendale Middle School?
Allendale Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Allendale Middle School offer ?
Allendale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Allendale Middle School part of?
Allendale Middle School is part of Allendale School District.
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