Serving 138 students in grades 6-8, New Buffalo Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Buffalo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Buffalo Middle School's student population of 138 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Buffalo Middle 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 New Buffalo Middle School is 0.44, 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
#325 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
73%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 New Buffalo Middle School's ranking?
New Buffalo Middle School is ranked #325 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend New Buffalo Middle School?
138 students attend New Buffalo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of New Buffalo Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Buffalo Middle School?
New Buffalo Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Buffalo Middle School offer ?
New Buffalo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Buffalo Middle School part of?
New Buffalo Middle School is part of New Buffalo Area Schools School District.
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