Serving 515 students in grades 6-8, Anchor Bay Middle School South 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 47% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anchor Bay Middle School South's student population of 515 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anchor Bay Middle School South 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 Anchor Bay Middle School South is 0.29, 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
#1361 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
84%
64%
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
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Anchor Bay Middle School South's ranking?
Anchor Bay Middle School South is ranked #1361 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Anchor Bay Middle School South often compared to?
Anchor Bay Middle School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Anchor Bay Middle School North by visitors of our site.
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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Anchor Bay Middle School South?
515 students attend Anchor Bay Middle School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Anchor Bay Middle School South students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anchor Bay Middle School South?
Anchor Bay Middle School South has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anchor Bay Middle School South offer ?
Anchor Bay Middle School South offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Anchor Bay Middle School South part of?
Anchor Bay Middle School South is part of Anchor Bay School District.
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