Serving 691 students in grades 6-8, Muskegon 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 was 6% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 81% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Muskegon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2880 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
54%
18%
White
19%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Muskegon Middle School's ranking?
Muskegon Middle School is ranked #2880 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Muskegon Middle School?
691 students attend Muskegon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Muskegon Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muskegon Middle School?
Muskegon Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Muskegon Middle School offer ?
Muskegon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muskegon Middle School part of?
Muskegon Middle School is part of Muskegon Public Schools Of The City Of School District.
In what neighborhood is Muskegon Middle School located?
Muskegon Middle School is located in the Steele neighborhood of Muskegon, MI.
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