Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, Linden Grove 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Linden Grove Middle School serves the northwest part of Kalamazoo, MI, covering an area of approximately 16 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linden Grove Middle School's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child. Every opportunity. Every time.
School Rankings
Linden Grove 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 Linden Grove Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1913 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Linden Grove Middle School's ranking?
Linden Grove Middle School is ranked #1913 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Linden Grove Middle School often compared to?
Linden Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Linden Grove Middle School?
727 students attend Linden Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Linden Grove Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden Grove Middle School?
Linden Grove Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Linden Grove Middle School offer ?
Linden Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden Grove Middle School part of?
Linden Grove Middle School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Linden Grove Middle School located?
Linden Grove Middle School is located in the Arcadia neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Arcadia.
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