Oj Dejonge Middle School

706 East Tinkham Ave
Ludington, MI 49431
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Oj Dejonge 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 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 462 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Oj Dejonge Middle School's student population of 462 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings

Oj Dejonge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oj Dejonge Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#934 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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40%
36%
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57%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
11%
9%
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Black
2%
18%
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White
83%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.30
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oj Dejonge Middle School's ranking?
Oj Dejonge Middle School is ranked #934 out of 2,925 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Oj Dejonge Middle School?
462 students attend Oj Dejonge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Oj Dejonge Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oj Dejonge Middle School?
Oj Dejonge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oj Dejonge Middle School offer ?
Oj Dejonge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oj Dejonge Middle School part of?
Oj Dejonge Middle School is part of Ludington Area School District.

School Reviews

5   8/12/2018
this school has an amazing music and art program. in beginning band you can play trumpet, trombone, clarinet, flute, french horn, and saxophone. they have several concerts, as does the choir. they are very good with bullying with the punishment and how quickly they get it resolved. i would for sure recommend this school.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 462 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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