Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, Middle School South 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 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: L'Anse Creuse Middle School - South serves the southern part of Harrison Township, MI, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School South's student population of 383 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Middle School South 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 Middle School South is 0.61, 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
#2115 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
36%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
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)42%
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
6%
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 Middle School South's ranking?
Middle School South is ranked #2115 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Middle School South often compared to?
Middle School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Algonquin Middle School, Middle School Central by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Middle School South?
383 students attend Middle School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Middle School South students are White, 36% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School South?
Middle School South has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Middle School South offer ?
Middle School South offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School South part of?
Middle School South is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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