Serving 464 students in grades 5-8, Negaunee Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Negaunee Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 116.7 square miles in Negaunee, MI. Most students typically live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the school and the furthest edge being 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Negaunee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Negaunee Middle School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Negaunee Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Negaunee Middle 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
#785 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Negaunee Middle School's ranking?
Negaunee Middle School is ranked #785 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Negaunee Middle School?
464 students attend Negaunee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Negaunee Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Negaunee Middle School?
Negaunee Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Negaunee Middle School offer ?
Negaunee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Negaunee Middle School part of?
Negaunee Middle School is part of Negaunee School District.
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