New Buffalo Middle School

1112 E Clay St
New Buffalo, MI 49117
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 123 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 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 10% in MI
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • 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:

School Overview

New Buffalo Middle School's student population of 123 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 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 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#273 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
65-69%
35%
60-64%
45%
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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?
123 students attend New Buffalo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of New Buffalo Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Buffalo Middle School?
New Buffalo Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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