Serving 542 students in grades 6-8, Reethspuffer 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 31% (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 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reethspuffer Middle School's student population of 542 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reethspuffer 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 Reethspuffer Middle School is 0.29, which is less 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
#1627 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
84%
64%
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
50%
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 Reethspuffer Middle School's ranking?
Reethspuffer Middle School is ranked #1627 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?
31% 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 Reethspuffer Middle School?
542 students attend Reethspuffer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Reethspuffer Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reethspuffer Middle School?
Reethspuffer Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reethspuffer Middle School offer ?
Reethspuffer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Reethspuffer Middle School part of?
Reethspuffer Middle School is part of Reeths-Puffer Schools School District.
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