Serving 608 students in grades 6-8, Christa Mcauliffe Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christa McAuliffe Middle School serves the entire district of Bay City, MI, covering an area of approximately 21.2 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's student population of 608 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Imagine • Inspire • Innovate
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is 0.36, 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
#1963 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is ranked #1963 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Middle School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cramer Junior High School, Handy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
608 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Middle School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is part of Bangor Township Schools.
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