Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Armstrong 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 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Armstrong Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Flint, MI, encompassing approximately 21.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong Middle School's student population of 656 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Armstrong Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong Middle School is 0.46, 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
#2175 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Cats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Middle School's ranking?
Armstrong Middle School is ranked #2175 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Armstrong Middle School often compared to?
Armstrong Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bentley Middle School, Atherton Jr Sr High School, Bendle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Middle School?
656 students attend Armstrong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Armstrong Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong Middle School?
Armstrong Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Armstrong Middle School offer ?
Armstrong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Armstrong Middle School part of?
Armstrong Middle School is part of Kearsley Community School District.
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