Serving 386 students in grades 6-8, Swan Valley 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 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swan Valley Middle School's student population of 386 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swan Valley 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 Swan Valley Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1007 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
77%
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
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan Valley Middle School's ranking?
Swan Valley Middle School is ranked #1007 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Swan Valley Middle School often compared to?
Swan Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Pine Middle School, St. Charles Community Middlehigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Swan Valley Middle School?
386 students attend Swan Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Swan Valley Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swan Valley Middle School?
Swan Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swan Valley Middle School offer ?
Swan Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Swan Valley Middle School part of?
Swan Valley Middle School is part of Swan Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Swan Valley Middle School located?
Swan Valley Middle School is located in the Shields neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Shields.
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