Serving 651 students in grades 6-8, Julian O Strong 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 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Julian O. Strong Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Melvindale school district, encompassing approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julian O Strong Middle School's student population of 651 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
651 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
“Our mission is to provide an educational environment that challenges and prepares students for success.”
School Rankings
Julian O Strong Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julian O Strong Middle School is 0.46, 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
#2524 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and White
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julian O Strong Middle School's ranking?
Julian O Strong Middle School is ranked #2524 out of 3,025 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Julian O Strong Middle School?
651 students attend Julian O Strong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Julian O Strong Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julian O Strong Middle School?
Julian O Strong Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Julian O Strong Middle School offer ?
Julian O Strong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Julian O Strong Middle School part of?
Julian O Strong Middle School is part of Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools.
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