Serving 100 students in grades 6-8, Harbor Beach Middle School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbor Beach Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Harbor Beach Middle School's student population of 100 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Harbor Beach Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor Beach Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2188 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor Beach Middle School's ranking?
Harbor Beach Middle School is ranked #2188 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harbor Beach Middle School?
100 students attend Harbor Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harbor Beach Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor Beach Middle School?
Harbor Beach Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harbor Beach Middle School offer ?
Harbor Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbor Beach Middle School part of?
Harbor Beach Middle School is part of Harbor Beach Community Schools School District.
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