Larson Middle School

2222 E Long Lake Rd
Troy, MI 48085
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 814 students in grades 6-8, Larson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 814 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 10% in MI
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Larson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Larson Middle School's student population of 814 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Blue

School Rankings

Larson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larson Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#235 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
62%
34%
68%
45%
57%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Larson Middle School's ranking?
Larson Middle School is ranked #235 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Larson Middle School often compared to?
Larson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Boulan Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Larson Middle School?
814 students attend Larson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Larson Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larson Middle School?
Larson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Larson Middle School offer ?
Larson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larson Middle School part of?
Larson Middle School is part of Troy School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 814 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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