Serving 1,089 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Middle School's student population of 1,089 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,089 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
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 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#873 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
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 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?
1,089 students attend Seneca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Seneca Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 17:1.
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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