Serving 999 students in grades 6-12, Hart Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hart Middle School serves the northeast part of Rochester, MI, covering an area of approximately 30.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-12 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hart Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hart Middle School's student population of 999 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
999 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Hart Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hart Middle School is 0.40, 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
#283 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
77%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-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 Hart Middle School's ranking?
Hart Middle School is ranked #283 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hart Middle School often compared to?
Hart Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Hoosen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hart Middle School?
999 students attend Hart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hart Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hart Middle School?
Hart Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hart Middle School offer ?
Hart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hart Middle School part of?
Hart Middle School is part of Rochester Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Hart Middle School located?
Hart Middle School is located in the Cross Creek neighborhood of Rochester, MI.
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