Serving 317 students in grades 6-8, Comstock 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 3% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Comstock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Comstock Middle School's student population of 317 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Comstock 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 Comstock Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2967 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Comstock Middle School's ranking?
Comstock Middle School is ranked #2967 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Comstock Middle School?
317 students attend Comstock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Comstock Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Comstock Middle School?
Comstock Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Comstock Middle School offer ?
Comstock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Comstock Middle School part of?
Comstock Middle School is part of Comstock School District.
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