Serving 581 students in grades 6-12, James R Geisler 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 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James R Geisler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James R Geisler Middle School's student population of 581 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Rankings
James R Geisler 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 James R Geisler Middle School is 0.69, 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
#913 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 James R Geisler Middle School's ranking?
James R Geisler Middle School is ranked #913 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend James R Geisler Middle School?
581 students attend James R Geisler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of James R Geisler Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James R Geisler Middle School?
James R Geisler Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does James R Geisler Middle School offer ?
James R Geisler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James R Geisler Middle School part of?
James R Geisler Middle School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools School District.
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