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 35%). 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
#2849 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
35%
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 #2849 out of 3,025 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 35% 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø 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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