Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Portage Central Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Portage Central Middle School serves the southeast part of Portage, MI, covering an area of approximately 24.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the school's edge and a maximum of 6.2 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Portage Central Middle School's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
719 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portage Central Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portage Central Middle School is 0.44, 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
#601 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)22.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Portage Central Middle School's ranking?
Portage Central Middle School is ranked #601 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Portage Central Middle School often compared to?
Portage Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vicksburg Middle School, Portage North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Portage Central Middle School?
719 students attend Portage Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Portage Central Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portage Central Middle School?
Portage Central Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Portage Central Middle School offer ?
Portage Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portage Central Middle School part of?
Portage Central Middle School is part of Portage School District.
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