Serving 621 students in grades 5-8, Power Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Power Upper Elementary School serves the southern part of Farmington, MI, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Power Middle School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 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 Motto
Power Middle School will provide a safe and caring environment.
School Rankings
Power Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Power Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#701 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Power Middle School's ranking?
Power Middle School is ranked #701 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Power Middle School often compared to?
Power Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warner Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Power Middle School?
621 students attend Power Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Power Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Power Middle School?
Power Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Power Middle School offer ?
Power Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Power Middle School part of?
Power Middle School is part of Farmington Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This School IS Awesome The Staff Are Nice And We Get Through A lot Of Things And SO Many Fun Events.
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