Serving 446 students in grades 6-7, Cedar Springs Middle School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower 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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Springs Middle School's student population of 446 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
Cedar Springs 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 Cedar Springs Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1246 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Springs Middle School's ranking?
Cedar Springs Middle School is ranked #1246 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?
30% 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 Cedar Springs Middle School?
446 students attend Cedar Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cedar Springs Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Springs Middle School?
Cedar Springs Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cedar Springs Middle School offer ?
Cedar Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Springs Middle School part of?
Cedar Springs Middle School is part of Cedar Springs School District.
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