Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Fruitport 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fruitport Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fruitport, MI, covering approximately 48.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fruitport Middle School's student population of 615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fruitport 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 Fruitport Middle School is 0.26, 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
#1772 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruitport Middle School's ranking?
Fruitport Middle School is ranked #1772 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Fruitport Middle School often compared to?
Fruitport Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upton Middle School, Oakridge Middle School, Berrien Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fruitport Middle School?
615 students attend Fruitport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fruitport Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fruitport Middle School?
Fruitport Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fruitport Middle School offer ?
Fruitport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fruitport Middle School part of?
Fruitport Middle School is part of Fruitport Community Schools.
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