Serving 385 students in grades 6-8, Mill Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mill Creek Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Comstock Park, MI, encompassing approximately 9.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mill Creek Middle School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mill Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Creek Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1353 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mill Creek Middle School is ranked #1353 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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 Mill Creek Middle School?
385 students attend Mill Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mill Creek Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek Middle School?
Mill Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mill Creek Middle School offer ?
Mill Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Creek Middle School part of?
Mill Creek Middle School is part of Comstock Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Mill Creek Middle School located?
Mill Creek Middle School is located in the West River neighborhood of Comstock Park, MI.
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