Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, Portage North Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Portage North Middle School's student population of 552 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portage North 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 Portage North Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1417 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
63%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portage North Middle School's ranking?
Portage North Middle School is ranked #1417 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Portage North Middle School often compared to?
Portage North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portage West Middle School, Portage Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Portage North Middle School?
552 students attend Portage North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Portage North Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portage North Middle School?
Portage North Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portage North Middle School offer ?
Portage North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Portage North Middle School part of?
Portage North Middle School is part of Portage School District.
In what neighborhood is Portage North Middle School located?
Portage North Middle School is located in the Crossroad Park neighborhood of Portage, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Crossroad Park.
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