Serving 758 students in grades 6-8, Swartz Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swartz Creek Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Swartz Creek district, encompassing approximately 71.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swartz Creek Middle School's student population of 758 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Swartz Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swartz Creek Middle School is 0.43, 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
#1816 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swartz Creek Middle School's ranking?
Swartz Creek Middle School is ranked #1816 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Swartz Creek Middle School often compared to?
Swartz Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Blanc Middle School East, Swartz Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Swartz Creek Middle School?
758 students attend Swartz Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Swartz Creek Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swartz Creek Middle School?
Swartz Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Swartz Creek Middle School offer ?
Swartz Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swartz Creek Middle School part of?
Swartz Creek Middle School is part of Swartz Creek Community Schools.
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