Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, Grand Blanc Middle School West 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Blanc Middle School West serves the west part of Grand Blanc, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 22.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the nearest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Blanc Middle School West's student population of 757 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
757 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Grand Blanc Middle School West 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 Grand Blanc Middle School West is 0.64, which is more 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
#1585 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Blanc Middle School West's ranking?
Grand Blanc Middle School West is ranked #1585 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand Blanc Middle School West often compared to?
Grand Blanc Middle School Westis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Blanc Middle School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grand Blanc Middle School West?
757 students attend Grand Blanc Middle School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Grand Blanc Middle School West students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Blanc Middle School West?
Grand Blanc Middle School West has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grand Blanc Middle School West offer ?
Grand Blanc Middle School West offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Blanc Middle School West part of?
Grand Blanc Middle School West is part of Grand Blanc Community Schools.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
October 30, 2026 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
[No School] Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
[1/2 Day] Last Day for Students
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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