Gerisch Middle School serves 685 students in grades 6-7.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 28% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 69% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
685 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)69%
65%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
79%
63%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
How many students attend Gerisch Middle School?
685 students attend Gerisch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gerisch Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerisch Middle School?
Gerisch Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gerisch Middle School offer ?
Gerisch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Gerisch Middle School part of?
Gerisch Middle School is part of Southgate Community School District.
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