Serving 277 students in grades 6-8, Cherryland Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherryland Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Elk Rapids school district, encompassing approximately 129.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherryland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherryland Middle School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are active lifelong global learners!
School Rankings
Cherryland 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 Cherryland Middle School is 0.19, 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
#642 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherryland Middle School's ranking?
Cherryland Middle School is ranked #642 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cherryland Middle School often compared to?
Cherryland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Middle School, Elk Rapids High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cherryland Middle School?
277 students attend Cherryland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cherryland Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherryland Middle School?
Cherryland Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cherryland Middle School offer ?
Cherryland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherryland Middle School part of?
Cherryland Middle School is part of Elk Rapids Schools.
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