Serving 516 students in grades 6-8, Algonquin 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Algonquin Middle School's student population of 516 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Algonquin 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 Algonquin Middle School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2028 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Algonquin Middle School's ranking?
Algonquin Middle School is ranked #2028 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Algonquin Middle School often compared to?
Algonquin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyandot Middle School, Iroquois Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Algonquin Middle School?
516 students attend Algonquin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Algonquin Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Algonquin Middle School?
Algonquin Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Algonquin Middle School offer ?
Algonquin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Algonquin Middle School part of?
Algonquin Middle School is part of Chippewa Valley Schools School District.
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