Serving 498 students in grades 7-8, Mill Creek Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mill Creek Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Mill Creek Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Creek Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mill Creek Middle School is ranked #217 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mill Creek Middle School?
498 students attend Mill Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mill Creek Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mill Creek Middle School?
Mill Creek Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mill Creek Middle School offer ?
Mill Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mill Creek Middle School part of?
Mill Creek Middle School is part of Dexter Community School District.
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