Serving 565 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 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allendale Middle School's student population of 565 students has declined by 7% 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
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Allendale Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allendale Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allendale Middle School's ranking?
Allendale Middle School is ranked #621 out of 3,069 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
565 students attend Allendale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Allendale Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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