Serving 605 students in grades 6-8, Power Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Power Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Power Middle School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Power Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Power Middle School is 0.67, 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
#809 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
49%
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
25%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Power Middle School's ranking?
Power Middle School is ranked #809 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Power Middle School often compared to?
Power Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warner Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Power Middle School?
605 students attend Power Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Power Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Power Middle School?
Power Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Power Middle School offer ?
Power Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Power Middle School part of?
Power Middle School is part of Farmington Public School District.
School Reviews
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