Serving 330 students in grades 5-9, Spring Lake Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-9
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Lake Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spring Lake Intermediate School's student population of 330 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Lake Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Lake Intermediate School is 0.19, 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
#105 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Lake Intermediate School's ranking?
Spring Lake Intermediate School is ranked #105 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Spring Lake Intermediate School often compared to?
Spring Lake Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Mi Academy Of Arts And Academics, Holmes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Spring Lake Intermediate School?
330 students attend Spring Lake Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Spring Lake Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Lake Intermediate School?
Spring Lake Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Intermediate School offer ?
Spring Lake Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Lake Intermediate School part of?
Spring Lake Intermediate School is part of Spring Lake School District.
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