Serving 139 students in grades 6-8, Vulcan Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vulcan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Vulcan Middle School's student population of 139 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Vulcan Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vulcan Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1435 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Vulcan Middle School's ranking?
Vulcan Middle School is ranked #1435 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Vulcan Middle School often compared to?
Vulcan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Vulcan Middle School?
139 students attend Vulcan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Vulcan Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vulcan Middle School?
Vulcan Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vulcan Middle School offer ?
Vulcan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vulcan Middle School part of?
Vulcan Middle School is part of Norway-Vulcan Area Schools School District.
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