Serving 937 students in grades 6-8, Mona Shores Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mona Shores Middle School's student population of 937 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
937 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Inspiring excellence, building character, and impacting the future through academics, arts, and athletics...Mona Shores!
School Rankings
Mona Shores 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 Mona Shores Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1643 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Mona Shores Middle School's ranking?
Mona Shores Middle School is ranked #1643 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mona Shores Middle School often compared to?
Mona Shores Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reethspuffer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mona Shores Middle School?
937 students attend Mona Shores Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mona Shores Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mona Shores Middle School?
Mona Shores Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mona Shores Middle School offer ?
Mona Shores Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mona Shores Middle School part of?
Mona Shores Middle School is part of Mona Shores Public School District.
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