Serving 158 students in grades 6-8, Eau Claire 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eau Claire Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Eau Claire Middle School's student population of 158 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2574 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
27%
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
88%
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 Eau Claire Middle School's ranking?
Eau Claire Middle School is ranked #2574 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Eau Claire Middle School often compared to?
Eau Claire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore Middle School, Coloma Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Eau Claire Middle School?
158 students attend Eau Claire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Eau Claire Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eau Claire Middle School?
Eau Claire Middle School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eau Claire Middle School offer ?
Eau Claire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eau Claire Middle School part of?
Eau Claire Middle School is part of Eau Claire School District.
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