Serving 738 students in grades 6-12, Central Montcalm Middle High 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 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Montcalm Middle High School's student population of 738 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Central Montcalm Middle High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Montcalm Middle High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2215 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Montcalm Middle High School's ranking?
Central Montcalm Middle High School is ranked #2215 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Central Montcalm Middle High School often compared to?
Central Montcalm Middle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson Citycrystal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Montcalm Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Central Montcalm Middle High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Central Montcalm Middle High School?
738 students attend Central Montcalm Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Central Montcalm Middle High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Montcalm Middle High School?
Central Montcalm Middle High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Montcalm Middle High School offer ?
Central Montcalm Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Montcalm Middle High School part of?
Central Montcalm Middle High School is part of Central Montcalm School District.
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