Serving 161 students in grades 6-8, Dansville 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dansville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dansville Middle School's student population of 161 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Dansville Middle 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 Dansville Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1711 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Dansville Middle School's ranking?
Dansville Middle School is ranked #1711 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dansville Middle School?
161 students attend Dansville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dansville Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dansville Middle School?
Dansville Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dansville Middle School offer ?
Dansville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Dansville Middle School part of?
Dansville Middle School is part of Dansville Schools School District.
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