Serving 705 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julian O Strong Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Julian O Strong Middle School's student population of 705 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Julian O Strong Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julian O Strong Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2634 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
67%
64%
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
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #2634 out of 2,925 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Julian O Strong Middle School?
705 students attend Julian O Strong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Julian O Strong Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julian O Strong Middle School?
Julian O Strong Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Julian O Strong Middle School offer ?
Julian O Strong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Julian O Strong Middle School part of?
Julian O Strong Middle School is part of Melvindale-North Allen Park Schools School District.
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