Serving 774 students in grades 6-8, Charles Hackley Middle 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 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Muskegon Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing an area of approximately 17.2 square miles in Muskegon, MI. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Hackley Middle School's student population of 774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
774 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Charles Hackley Middle 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 Charles Hackley Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2849 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
52%
18%
White
18%
63%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Hackley Middle School's ranking?
Charles Hackley Middle School is ranked #2849 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Charles Hackley Middle School?
774 students attend Charles Hackley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Charles Hackley Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Hackley Middle School?
Charles Hackley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Charles Hackley Middle School offer ?
Charles Hackley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Hackley Middle School part of?
Charles Hackley Middle School is part of Muskegon Public Schools Of The City Of.
In what neighborhood is Charles Hackley Middle School located?
Charles Hackley Middle School is located in the Steele neighborhood of Muskegon, MI.
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