Mason Middle School

3835 W Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 740 students in grades 6-8, Mason 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 740 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mason Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Mason Middle School's student population of 740 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
740 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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School Rankings

Mason 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 Mason Middle School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2049 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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21%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Mason Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
38%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Mason Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Mason Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
22%
9%
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Black
11%
18%
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White
58%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.60
This chart displays the diversity score of Mason Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mason Middle School's ranking?
Mason Middle School is ranked #2049 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mason Middle School often compared to?
Mason Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mason Middle School?
740 students attend Mason Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mason Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mason Middle School?
Mason Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mason Middle School offer ?
Mason Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mason Middle School part of?
Mason Middle School is part of Waterford School District.
In what neighborhood is Mason Middle School located?
Mason Middle School is located in the Drayton Plains neighborhood of Waterford, MI.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 740 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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