Serving 290 students in grades 6-8, Grass Lake 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 33% (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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grass Lake Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Grass Lake district, encompassing an area of approximately 64.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 8.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grass Lake Middle School's student population of 290 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
“Individual Excellence Inspired by Tradition and Innovation"
School Rankings
Grass Lake 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 Grass Lake Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1360 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
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)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 Grass Lake Middle School's ranking?
Grass Lake Middle School is ranked #1360 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grass Lake Middle School often compared to?
Grass Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grass Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% 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 Grass Lake Middle School?
290 students attend Grass Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Grass Lake Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grass Lake Middle School?
Grass Lake Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grass Lake Middle School offer ?
Grass Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grass Lake Middle School part of?
Grass Lake Middle School is part of Grass Lake Community Schools.
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