Serving 195 students in grades 5-8, Potterville 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Potterville Middle School's student population of 195 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potterville 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 Potterville Middle School is 0.26, which is less 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
#1799 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potterville Middle School's ranking?
Potterville Middle School is ranked #1799 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Potterville Middle School often compared to?
Potterville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta Center Elementary School, Tc Holbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Potterville Middle School?
195 students attend Potterville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Potterville Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potterville Middle School?
Potterville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Potterville Middle School offer ?
Potterville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Potterville Middle School part of?
Potterville Middle School is part of Potterville School District.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2011
I have felt that it is very personal and a connected environment, they handle behavior issues swiftly.
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