Serving 345 students in grades 7-8, Spring Lake Middle 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 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Lake Middle 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 Middle School's student population of 345 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Big Enough to Challenge, Small Enough to Care
School Rankings
Spring Lake Middle 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 Middle School is 0.15, 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
#107 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Lakers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Lake Middle School's ranking?
Spring Lake Middle School is ranked #107 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Spring Lake Middle School?
345 students attend Spring Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Spring Lake Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Lake Middle School?
Spring Lake Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Middle School offer ?
Spring Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Lake Middle School part of?
Spring Lake Middle School is part of Spring Lake School District.
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