Serving 857 students in grades 6-8, Macdonald 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 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macdonald Middle School's student population of 857 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
857 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Nurturing each child, Educating all students, Building world citizens
School Rankings
Macdonald 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 Macdonald Middle School is 0.66, 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
#988 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macdonald Middle School's ranking?
Macdonald Middle School is ranked #988 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Macdonald Middle School often compared to?
Macdonald Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippewa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Macdonald Middle School?
857 students attend Macdonald Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Macdonald Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macdonald Middle School?
Macdonald Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Macdonald Middle School offer ?
Macdonald Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Macdonald Middle School part of?
Macdonald Middle School is part of East Lansing School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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