Serving 657 students in grades 6-8, Cedar Springs Middle School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Hawk Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Cedar Springs, MI, encompassing approximately 112.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Springs Middle School's student population of 657 students has grown by 138% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Springs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Springs Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1246 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Springs Middle School's ranking?
Cedar Springs Middle School is ranked #1246 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cedar Springs Middle School?
657 students attend Cedar Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cedar Springs Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Springs Middle School?
Cedar Springs Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cedar Springs Middle School offer ?
Cedar Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Springs Middle School part of?
Cedar Springs Middle School is part of Cedar Springs School District.
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