Serving 766 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 34% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 55% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 31% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)55%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
766 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Central Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools.
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