Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Swan Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swan Valley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saginaw, MI, covering approximately 34 square miles. Families within the zone typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Swan Valley Middle School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Viking, Always a Viking!
School Rankings
Swan Valley 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 Swan Valley Middle School is 0.41, 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
#622 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan Valley Middle School's ranking?
Swan Valley Middle School is ranked #622 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Swan Valley Middle School often compared to?
Swan Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Pine Middle School, St. Charles Community Middlehigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Swan Valley Middle School?
408 students attend Swan Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Swan Valley Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swan Valley Middle School?
Swan Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Swan Valley Middle School offer ?
Swan Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swan Valley Middle School part of?
Swan Valley Middle School is part of Swan Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Swan Valley Middle School located?
Swan Valley Middle School is located in the Shields neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Shields.
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