Serving 537 students in grades 6-8, Reethspuffer 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 35% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reeths-Puffer Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Muskegon, MI, encompassing approximately 74.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reethspuffer Middle School's student population of 537 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Reethspuffer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reethspuffer Middle School is 0.32, 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
#1484 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reethspuffer Middle School's ranking?
Reethspuffer Middle School is ranked #1484 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Reethspuffer Middle School often compared to?
Reethspuffer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mona Shores Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Reethspuffer Middle School?
537 students attend Reethspuffer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Reethspuffer Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reethspuffer Middle School?
Reethspuffer Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Reethspuffer Middle School offer ?
Reethspuffer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reethspuffer Middle School part of?
Reethspuffer Middle School is part of Reeths-Puffer Schools.
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