Serving 717 students in grades 6-8, Gull Lake Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 19% 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: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gull Lake Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Richland, MI, covering approximately 107.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone located up to 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gull Lake Middle School's student population of 717 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
717 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing Learners, Becoming Leaders
School Rankings
Gull Lake Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gull Lake Middle School is 0.34, 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
#731 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Gull Lake Middle School's ranking?
Gull Lake Middle School is ranked #731 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gull Lake Middle School often compared to?
Gull Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galesburgaugusta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gull Lake Middle School?
717 students attend Gull Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gull Lake Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gull Lake Middle School?
Gull Lake Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gull Lake Middle School offer ?
Gull Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gull Lake Middle School part of?
Gull Lake Middle School is part of Gull Lake Community Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
After two years here I think we can conclude: Good teachers. Very traditional. Like a time capsule of what worked 20 years ago. A bit of downshift shock coming from a gifted child friendly school to this.
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