Serving 365 students in grades 6-8, Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah 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 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah's student population of 365 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah 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 Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2676 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
70%
18%
White
11%
64%
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
95%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah's ranking?
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah is ranked #2676 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah?
365 students attend Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah?
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah offer ?
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah part of?
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah is part of Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah located?
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah is located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Bridgeport.
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