Galien Township Middle School serves 21 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 5% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≤20%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Galien Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% MI state average).
How many students attend Galien Township Middle School?
21 students attend Galien Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Galien Township Middle School students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galien Township Middle School?
Galien Township Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galien Township Middle School offer ?
Galien Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Galien Township Middle School part of?
Galien Township Middle School is part of Galien Township School District.
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