Serving 444 students in grades 6-8, Lake Fenton Middle School 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 higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Fenton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Fenton, MI, covering approximately 25.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance to the zone edge of 2.9 miles and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Fenton Middle School's student population of 444 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Fenton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Fenton Middle School is 0.21, 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
#1311 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Fenton Middle School's ranking?
Lake Fenton Middle School is ranked #1311 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lake Fenton Middle School often compared to?
Lake Fenton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linden Middle School, Grand Blanc Middle School East 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 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lake Fenton Middle School?
444 students attend Lake Fenton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lake Fenton Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Fenton Middle School?
Lake Fenton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Fenton Middle School offer ?
Lake Fenton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Fenton Middle School part of?
Lake Fenton Middle School is part of Lake Fenton Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Lake Fenton Middle School located?
Lake Fenton Middle School is located in the Lake Fenton neighborhood of Fenton, MI.
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