Serving 673 students in grades 6-9, Byron Center West Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Byron Center West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Byron Center West Middle School's student population of 673 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Byron Center West Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Byron Center West Middle School is 0.35, 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
#107 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Byron Center West Middle School's ranking?
Byron Center West Middle School is ranked #107 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Byron Center West Middle School often compared to?
Byron Center West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Center Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Byron Center West Middle School?
673 students attend Byron Center West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Byron Center West Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Byron Center West Middle School?
Byron Center West Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Byron Center West Middle School offer ?
Byron Center West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Byron Center West Middle School part of?
Byron Center West Middle School is part of Byron Center School District.
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