Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, Middle School North ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Middle School North's student population of 620 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School North ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School North is 0.36, 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
#1030 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
79%
64%
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
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School North's ranking?
Middle School North is ranked #1030 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Middle School North often compared to?
Middle School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Algonquin Middle School, Merritt Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Middle School North?
620 students attend Middle School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Middle School North students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School North?
Middle School North has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middle School North offer ?
Middle School North offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middle School North part of?
Middle School North is part of L''anse Creuse Public Schools School District.
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