Serving 307 students in grades 6-8, Nellie B Chisholm 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 35% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nellie B. Chisholm Middle School serves the entire Montague, MI district, encompassing approximately 96.8 square miles. Families in the area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nellie B Chisholm Middle School's student population of 307 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Nellie B Chisholm 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 Nellie B Chisholm Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1484 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nellie B Chisholm Middle School's ranking?
Nellie B Chisholm Middle School is ranked #1484 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Nellie B Chisholm Middle School?
307 students attend Nellie B Chisholm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Nellie B Chisholm Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nellie B Chisholm Middle School?
Nellie B Chisholm Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nellie B Chisholm Middle School offer ?
Nellie B Chisholm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nellie B Chisholm Middle School part of?
Nellie B Chisholm Middle School is part of Montague Area School District.
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