Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, West Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle School is 0.34, 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
#280 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
81%
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
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #280 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
675 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 3/15/2024
Ah, West Middle School. I know that it's middle school. Nevertheless, I had lots of good memories here when I went (2016-2019). Great teachers (mostly), convenient location, good student body (for a middle school, anyway), and plenty of extracurricular activities. However, the building is a little bit out of date (1962). Overall, good school!
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