Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Thornapple Kellogg Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thornapple Kellogg Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Middleville, MI, covering approximately 117 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.1 miles and the furthest edge located 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1036 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School's ranking?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is ranked #1036 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thornapple Kellogg Middle School?
693 students attend Thornapple Kellogg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Thornapple Kellogg Middle School students are White, 7% 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 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thornapple Kellogg Middle School offer ?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thornapple Kellogg Middle School part of?
Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is part of Thornapple Kellogg School District.
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