Serving 314 students in grades 6-8, Hartford 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hartford Middle School's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Hartford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartford Middle School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2554 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
61%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
34%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Hartford Middle School's ranking?
Hartford Middle School is ranked #2554 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hartford Middle School often compared to?
Hartford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bangor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hartford Middle School?
314 students attend Hartford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hartford Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartford Middle School?
Hartford Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hartford Middle School offer ?
Hartford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hartford Middle School part of?
Hartford Middle School is part of Hartford School District.
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