Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Mackinaw Trail Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mackinaw Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mackinaw Trail Middle School's student population of 710 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Mackinaw Trail Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mackinaw Trail Middle School is 0.17, 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
#807 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Mackinaw Trail Middle School's ranking?
Mackinaw Trail Middle School is ranked #807 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mackinaw Trail Middle School often compared to?
Mackinaw Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manton Consolidated Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mackinaw Trail Middle School?
710 students attend Mackinaw Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mackinaw Trail Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mackinaw Trail Middle School?
Mackinaw Trail Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mackinaw Trail Middle School offer ?
Mackinaw Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mackinaw Trail Middle School part of?
Mackinaw Trail Middle School is part of Cadillac Area School District.
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