Linden Middle School

15425 Lobdell Rd
Linden, MI 48451
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 569 students in grades 6-8, Linden 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 equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 569 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Linden Middle School's student population of 569 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings

Linden Middle School 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 Linden Middle School is 0.19, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1163 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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36%
36%
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52%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
5%
9%
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Black
n/a
18%
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White
90%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.19
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Linden Middle School's ranking?
Linden Middle School is ranked #1163 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Linden Middle School often compared to?
Linden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Fenton 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 36% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Linden Middle School?
569 students attend Linden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Linden Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linden Middle School?
Linden Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linden Middle School offer ?
Linden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden Middle School part of?
Linden Middle School is part of Linden Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 569 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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