Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Fort Gratiot Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Gratiot Middle School's student population of 550 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Gratiot 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 Fort Gratiot Middle School is 0.21, 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
#1543 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Fort Gratiot Middle School's ranking?
Fort Gratiot Middle School is ranked #1543 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Fort Gratiot Middle School often compared to?
Fort Gratiot Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marine City Middle School, Michigan Connections Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fort Gratiot Middle School?
550 students attend Fort Gratiot Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Fort Gratiot Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Gratiot Middle School?
Fort Gratiot Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Gratiot Middle School offer ?
Fort Gratiot Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Gratiot Middle School part of?
Fort Gratiot Middle School is part of Port Huron Area School District.
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