Serving 470 students in grades 5-8, Reed City 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 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reed City Middle School's student population of 470 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Reed City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed City 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
#1615 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Reed City Middle School's ranking?
Reed City Middle School is ranked #1615 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Reed City Middle School often compared to?
Reed City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reed City High School, Big Rapids Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Reed City Middle School?
470 students attend Reed City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Reed City Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reed City Middle School?
Reed City Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reed City Middle School offer ?
Reed City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reed City Middle School part of?
Reed City Middle School is part of Reed City Area School District.
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