Serving 302 students in grades 5-8, Galesburgaugusta 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 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galesburg-Augusta Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Augusta, MI, encompassing approximately 53.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to its boundary and reaching a maximum of 9.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galesburgaugusta Middle School's student population of 302 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Galesburgaugusta 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 Galesburgaugusta Middle School is 0.29, 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
#2076 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galesburgaugusta Middle School's ranking?
Galesburgaugusta Middle School is ranked #2076 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Galesburgaugusta Middle School often compared to?
Galesburgaugusta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gull Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Galesburgaugusta Middle School?
302 students attend Galesburgaugusta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Galesburgaugusta Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galesburgaugusta Middle School?
Galesburgaugusta Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Galesburgaugusta Middle School offer ?
Galesburgaugusta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Galesburgaugusta Middle School part of?
Galesburgaugusta Middle School is part of Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools.
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