Serving 823 students in grades 6-8, Mattawan Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattawan Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 54.4 square miles in Mattawan, MI. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattawan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mattawan Middle School's student population of 823 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
823 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering the Future Together...With Mattawan Pride
School Rankings
Mattawan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mattawan Middle School is 0.26, 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
#474 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattawan Middle School's ranking?
Mattawan Middle School is ranked #474 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mattawan Middle School often compared to?
Mattawan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marcellus High School, Mattawan Later Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mattawan Middle School?
823 students attend Mattawan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mattawan Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattawan Middle School?
Mattawan Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mattawan Middle School offer ?
Mattawan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattawan Middle School part of?
Mattawan Middle School is part of Mattawan Consolidated School District.
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