Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Menominee Jr High 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority 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: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Menominee Jr. High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Menominee, MI, covering an area of approximately 234.2 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 24 miles from the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menominee Jr High School's student population of 271 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Menominee Jr High 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 Menominee Jr High School is 0.15, 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
#2116 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menominee Jr High School's ranking?
Menominee Jr High School is ranked #2116 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Menominee Jr High School?
271 students attend Menominee Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Menominee Jr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menominee Jr High School?
Menominee Jr High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Menominee Jr High School offer ?
Menominee Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Menominee Jr High School part of?
Menominee Jr High School is part of Menominee Area School District.
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