Serving 584 students in grades 4-8, Chesaning Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesaning Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chesaning, MI, encompassing approximately 163.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being around 7.3 miles and the furthest edge located 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesaning Middle School's student population of 584 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Chesaning 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 Chesaning Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1243 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Chesaning Middle School's ranking?
Chesaning Middle School is ranked #1243 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chesaning Middle School often compared to?
Chesaning Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corunna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chesaning Middle School?
584 students attend Chesaning Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chesaning Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesaning Middle School?
Chesaning Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chesaning Middle School offer ?
Chesaning Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesaning Middle School part of?
Chesaning Middle School is part of Chesaning Union Schools.
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