Serving 563 students in grades 6-8, Fort Gratiot 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 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Gratiot Middle School's student population of 563 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Gratiot Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Gratiot Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1540 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Gratiot Middle School's ranking?
Fort Gratiot Middle School is ranked #1540 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Fort Gratiot Middle School often compared to?
Fort Gratiot Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marine City Middle School, Michigan Connections Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Fort Gratiot Middle School?
563 students attend Fort Gratiot Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Fort Gratiot Middle School students are White, 5% 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 Fort Gratiot Middle School?
Fort Gratiot Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Gratiot Middle School offer ?
Fort Gratiot Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Gratiot Middle School part of?
Fort Gratiot Middle School is part of Port Huron Area School District.
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