Serving 679 students in grades 7-8, Duncan Lake Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 15% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duncan Lake 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
Duncan Lake Middle School's student population of 679 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Duncan Lake Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duncan Lake Middle School is 0.27, 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
#213 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncan Lake Middle School's ranking?
Duncan Lake Middle School is ranked #213 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Duncan Lake Middle School?
679 students attend Duncan Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Duncan Lake Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duncan Lake Middle School?
Duncan Lake Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Duncan Lake Middle School offer ?
Duncan Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Duncan Lake Middle School part of?
Duncan Lake Middle School is part of Caledonia Community Schools School District.
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