Serving 233 students in grades 5-8, Harbor Springs 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 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbor Springs Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Harbor Springs, MI, covering an area of approximately 115.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 10.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbor Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harbor Springs Middle School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Harbor Springs 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 Harbor Springs Middle School is 0.22, 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
#619 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor Springs Middle School's ranking?
Harbor Springs Middle School is ranked #619 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harbor Springs Middle School often compared to?
Harbor Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petoskey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harbor Springs Middle School?
233 students attend Harbor Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harbor Springs Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbor Springs Middle School?
Harbor Springs Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harbor Springs Middle School offer ?
Harbor Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbor Springs Middle School part of?
Harbor Springs Middle School is part of Harbor Springs School District.
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