Serving 611 students in grades 5-8, Wayland Union 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 41% (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 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayland Union Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wayland, MI, covering approximately 89.2 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayland Union Middle School's student population of 611 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wayland Union 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 Wayland Union Middle School is 0.30, 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
#999 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayland Union Middle School's ranking?
Wayland Union Middle School is ranked #999 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wayland Union Middle School often compared to?
Wayland Union Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Wayland Union Middle School?
611 students attend Wayland Union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wayland Union Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayland Union Middle School?
Wayland Union Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wayland Union Middle School offer ?
Wayland Union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wayland Union Middle School part of?
Wayland Union Middle School is part of Wayland Union Schools.
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