Serving 428 students in grades 7-8, Gaylord Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaylord Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gaylord Middle School's student population of 428 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gaylord Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaylord Middle School is 0.13, 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
#810 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaylord Middle School's ranking?
Gaylord Middle School is ranked #810 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gaylord Middle School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gaylord Middle School?
428 students attend Gaylord Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gaylord Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaylord Middle School?
Gaylord Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gaylord Middle School offer ?
Gaylord Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaylord Middle School part of?
Gaylord Middle School is part of Gaylord Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
3 6/30/2018
I have had a great experience at GMS! The teachers are all kind and helpful! One thing that I didn't like was getting cyber-bullied! Cyber-bullying is a problem but the principals and counselor get the kids to stop doing it! I am going to miss the teachers in high school!
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