Serving 1,078 students in grades 6-8, Seneca Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,078 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Seneca Middle School serves the northeast part of Macomb, MI, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile radius, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Middle School's student population of 1,078 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,078 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
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School Rankings
Seneca 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 Seneca Middle School is 0.45, 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
#873 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
73%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Middle School's ranking?
Seneca Middle School is ranked #873 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Seneca Middle School often compared to?
Seneca Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iroquois Middle School, Algonquin Middle School, Wyandot Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Seneca Middle School?
1,078 students attend Seneca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Seneca Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Middle School?
Seneca Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Seneca Middle School offer ?
Seneca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Middle School part of?
Seneca Middle School is part of Chippewa Valley Schools.
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