Serving 312 students in grades 3-8, 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- 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 312 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 91% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Harbor Springs Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor Springs Middle School is 0.21, 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
#673 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Springs Middle School's ranking?
Harbor Springs Middle School is ranked #673 out of 3,069 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
312 students attend Harbor Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Harbor Springs Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor Springs Middle School?
Harbor Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harbor Springs Middle School offer ?
Harbor Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (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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