Serving 346 students in grades 6-8, Gladstone Area Middle School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gladstone Area Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Gladstone, MI, encompassing approximately 93.9 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladstone Area Middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Gladstone Area Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladstone Area Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1370 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladstone Area Middle School's ranking?
Gladstone Area Middle School is ranked #1370 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gladstone Area Middle School?
346 students attend Gladstone Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Gladstone Area Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladstone Area Middle School?
Gladstone Area Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gladstone Area Middle School offer ?
Gladstone Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gladstone Area Middle School part of?
Gladstone Area Middle School is part of Gladstone Area Schools.
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