Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, Macatawa Bay Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macatawa Bay Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Macatawa Bay Middle School's student population of 661 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Macatawa Bay 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 Macatawa Bay Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1530 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
49%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Macatawa Bay Middle School's ranking?
Macatawa Bay Middle School is ranked #1530 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Macatawa Bay Middle School often compared to?
Macatawa Bay Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbor Lights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Macatawa Bay Middle School?
661 students attend Macatawa Bay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Macatawa Bay Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macatawa Bay Middle School?
Macatawa Bay Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Macatawa Bay Middle School offer ?
Macatawa Bay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macatawa Bay Middle School part of?
Macatawa Bay Middle School is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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