Serving 1,043 students in grades 7-9, Malow Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malow Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Malow Junior High School's student population of 1,043 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,043 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Malow Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malow Junior High School is 0.26, 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
#343 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malow Junior High School's ranking?
Malow Junior High School is ranked #343 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Malow Junior High School often compared to?
Malow Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Malow Junior High School?
1,043 students attend Malow Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Malow Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malow Junior High School?
Malow Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Malow Junior High School offer ?
Malow Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Malow Junior High School part of?
Malow Junior High School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Malow Junior High School is amazing. I''d recommend it to anyone in a heartbeat. The school is always very clean, surprising because of the number of students. Great academics. Pheonominal teachers. Extra police were brought in to protect the school's students and faculty after the Sandy Hook shooting.
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