Serving 653 students in grades 6-8, Portage West Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Portage West Middle School's student population of 653 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portage West Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portage West Middle School is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
65%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portage West Middle School's ranking?
Portage West Middle School is ranked #193 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Portage West Middle School often compared to?
Portage West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portage North Middle School, Portage Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Portage West Middle School?
653 students attend Portage West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Portage West Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portage West Middle School?
Portage West Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portage West Middle School offer ?
Portage West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Portage West Middle School part of?
Portage West Middle School is part of Portage Public Schools School District.
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