Serving 732 students in grades 5-8, Ruth Fox 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 36% (which is higher 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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruth Fox Middle School's student population of 732 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ruth Fox 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 Ruth Fox Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1377 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Ruth Fox Middle School's ranking?
Ruth Fox Middle School is ranked #1377 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Ruth Fox Middle School?
732 students attend Ruth Fox Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ruth Fox Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruth Fox Middle School?
Ruth Fox Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruth Fox Middle School offer ?
Ruth Fox Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruth Fox Middle School part of?
Ruth Fox Middle School is part of North Branch Area Schools School District.
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