Serving 379 students in grades 6-8, Dowagiac 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 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dowagiac Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dowagiac Middle School's student population of 379 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Dowagiac 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 Dowagiac Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#2284 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Dowagiac Middle School's ranking?
Dowagiac Middle School is ranked #2284 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dowagiac Middle School?
379 students attend Dowagiac Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dowagiac Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dowagiac Middle School?
Dowagiac Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dowagiac Middle School offer ?
Dowagiac Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dowagiac Middle School part of?
Dowagiac Middle School is part of Dowagiac Union School District.
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