Serving 898 students in grades 6-8, Centennial Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher 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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Middle School serves the northern part of South Lyon, MI, covering an area of approximately 30.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Middle School's student population of 898 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
898 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe in success for every child.
School Rankings
Centennial Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Middle School is 0.38, 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
#886 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 Centennial Middle School's ranking?
Centennial Middle School is ranked #886 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Centennial Middle School often compared to?
Centennial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millennium Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% 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 Centennial Middle School?
898 students attend Centennial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Centennial Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Middle School?
Centennial Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Centennial Middle School offer ?
Centennial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centennial Middle School part of?
Centennial Middle School is part of South Lyon Community Schools.
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