Serving 696 students in grades 7-8, Duncan Lake Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Duncan Lake Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Caledonia, MI, encompassing approximately 94.3 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duncan Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Duncan Lake Middle School's student population of 696 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duncan Lake Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duncan Lake Middle School is 0.32, 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
#172 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Duncan Lake Middle School's ranking?
Duncan Lake Middle School is ranked #172 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Duncan Lake Middle School?
696 students attend Duncan Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Duncan Lake Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duncan Lake Middle School?
Duncan Lake Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Duncan Lake Middle School offer ?
Duncan Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Duncan Lake Middle School part of?
Duncan Lake Middle School is part of Caledonia Community Schools.
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