Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, Pd Chatterton 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 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pd Chatterton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pd Chatterton Middle School's student population of 427 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pd Chatterton 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 Pd Chatterton Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2643 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
48%
18%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pd Chatterton Middle School's ranking?
Pd Chatterton Middle School is ranked #2643 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pd Chatterton Middle School?
427 students attend Pd Chatterton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pd Chatterton Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pd Chatterton Middle School?
Pd Chatterton Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pd Chatterton Middle School offer ?
Pd Chatterton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pd Chatterton Middle School part of?
Pd Chatterton Middle School is part of Fitzgerald School District.
In what neighborhood is Pd Chatterton Middle School located?
Pd Chatterton Middle School is located in the Fitzgerald neighborhood of Warren, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Fitzgerald.
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