Serving 205 students in grades 5-8, West Iron County 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 12% 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: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Iron County Middle School's student population of 205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Iron County Middle School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
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
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend West Iron County Middle School?
205 students attend West Iron County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Iron County Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Iron County Middle School?
West Iron County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Iron County Middle School offer ?
West Iron County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Iron County Middle School part of?
West Iron County Middle School is part of West Iron County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is West Iron County Middle School located?
West Iron County Middle School is located in the Stambaugh neighborhood of Iron River, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Stambaugh.
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