Serving 168 students in grades 6-8, Bentley 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bentley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bentley Middle School's student population of 168 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bentley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bentley Middle School is 0.44, 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
#2634 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
73%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Bentley Middle School's ranking?
Bentley Middle School is ranked #2634 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bentley Middle School often compared to?
Bentley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Blanc Middle School East, Bendle Middle School, Atherton Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Bentley Middle School?
168 students attend Bentley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bentley Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bentley Middle School?
Bentley Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bentley Middle School offer ?
Bentley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bentley Middle School part of?
Bentley Middle School is part of Bentley Community School District.
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