Serving 823 students in grades 8-9, Patrick Henry Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Henry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Patrick Henry Middle School's student population of 823 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
Total Students
823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patrick Henry Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Henry 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#965 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
60%
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
44%
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 Patrick Henry Middle School's ranking?
Patrick Henry Middle School is ranked #965 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Patrick Henry Middle School?
823 students attend Patrick Henry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Patrick Henry Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick Henry Middle School?
Patrick Henry Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patrick Henry Middle School offer ?
Patrick Henry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9
What school district is Patrick Henry Middle School part of?
Patrick Henry Middle School is part of Woodhaven-Brownstown School District.
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