Serving 236 students in grades 5-8, Mancelona 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mancelona Middle School's student population of 236 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
School Rankings
Mancelona 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 Mancelona Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1144 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Mancelona Middle School's ranking?
Mancelona Middle School is ranked #1144 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mancelona Middle School often compared to?
Mancelona Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellsworth Community School, Mancelona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mancelona Middle School?
236 students attend Mancelona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mancelona Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mancelona Middle School?
Mancelona Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mancelona Middle School offer ?
Mancelona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mancelona Middle School part of?
Mancelona Middle School is part of Mancelona School District.
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