Serving 104 students in grades 6-8, Au Gressims 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Au Gres-Sims Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Au Gres, MI, encompassing approximately 200.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the boundary and the furthest edge located 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Au Gressims Middle School's student population of 104 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Au Gressims 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 Au Gressims Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1999 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Au Gressims Middle School's ranking?
Au Gressims Middle School is ranked #1999 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Au Gressims Middle School?
104 students attend Au Gressims Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Au Gressims Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Au Gressims Middle School?
Au Gressims Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Au Gressims Middle School offer ?
Au Gressims Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Au Gressims Middle School part of?
Au Gressims Middle School is part of AU Gres-Sims School District.
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