Serving 684 students in grades 6-8, Anchor Bay Middle School North 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 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anchor Bay Middle School North's student population of 684 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Anchor Bay Middle School North 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 Anchor Bay Middle School North 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
#625 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
93%
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
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Anchor Bay Middle School North's ranking?
Anchor Bay Middle School North is ranked #625 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Anchor Bay Middle School North often compared to?
Anchor Bay Middle School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Anchor Bay Middle School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Anchor Bay Middle School North?
684 students attend Anchor Bay Middle School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Anchor Bay Middle School North students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anchor Bay Middle School North?
Anchor Bay Middle School North has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anchor Bay Middle School North offer ?
Anchor Bay Middle School North offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anchor Bay Middle School North part of?
Anchor Bay Middle School North is part of Anchor Bay School District.
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