Serving 330 students in grades 6-8, Marine City 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 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marine City Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Marine City, MI, covering an area of approximately 55.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edges located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marine City Middle School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
330 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marine City 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 Marine City Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1572 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
97%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marine City Middle School's ranking?
Marine City Middle School is ranked #1572 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marine City Middle School often compared to?
Marine City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Gratiot Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Marine City Middle School?
330 students attend Marine City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marine City Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marine City Middle School?
Marine City Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marine City Middle School offer ?
Marine City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marine City Middle School part of?
Marine City Middle School is part of East China School District.
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