Serving 984 students in grades 4-8, Sashabaw Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sashabaw Middle School's student population of 984 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sashabaw 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 Sashabaw Middle School is 0.32, 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
#691 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
82%
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
22%
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 Sashabaw Middle School's ranking?
Sashabaw Middle School is ranked #691 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sashabaw Middle School often compared to?
Sashabaw Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hart Middle School, Van Hoosen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sashabaw Middle School?
984 students attend Sashabaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sashabaw Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sashabaw Middle School?
Sashabaw Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sashabaw Middle School offer ?
Sashabaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Sashabaw Middle School part of?
Sashabaw Middle School is part of Clarkston Community School District.
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