Serving 133 students in grades 6-8, New Buffalo Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: New Buffalo Middle School serves the entire district of New Buffalo, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 23.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest parts of the zone located about 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Buffalo 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
School Overview
New Buffalo Middle School's student population of 133 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Buffalo Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Buffalo Middle School is 0.33, 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
#273 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 New Buffalo Middle School's ranking?
New Buffalo Middle School is ranked #273 out of 3,025 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend New Buffalo Middle School?
133 students attend New Buffalo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of New Buffalo Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Buffalo Middle School?
New Buffalo Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does New Buffalo Middle School offer ?
New Buffalo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Buffalo Middle School part of?
New Buffalo Middle School is part of New Buffalo Area Schools.
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