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#806 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 25% in state

Boyd W Arthurs Middle School

Middle School · Trenton Public Schools

4000 MARIAN DR, Trenton, MI 48183

Enrollment

553

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#806 of 3,192

In Trenton

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Trenton Public Schools

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Boyd W Arthurs Middle School

7.3/10

Middle School in Trenton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Boyd W Arthurs Middle School

Boyd W Arthurs Middle School is a public middle school in Trenton, MI, part of Trenton Public Schools. Boyd W Arthurs Middle School serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Boyd W Arthurs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #806 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Boyd W Arthurs Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above MI schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+11.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,858
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Boyd W Arthurs Middle School — Students at Boyd W Arthurs Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
40.3%
ELA
50.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Boyd W Arthurs Middle School Compares

See how Boyd W Arthurs Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
75th percentile in MI
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Location

4000 MARIAN DR, Trenton, MI 48183

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boyd W Arthurs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shumate Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Rockwood), a more accessible option. Additionally, Seitz Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Riverview), a more accessible option. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Richard C Hedke Elem School Trenton 0.5 mi 6.5
Yake Elementary School Woodhaven 1.1 mi 8.3
Trenton High School Trenton 1.1 mi 7.8
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School Trenton 1.4 mi 7.1
Frank E Weiss Elem School Woodhaven 1.6 mi 5.6
Erving Elementary School Woodhaven 1.4 mi 4.8
Patrick Henry Middle School Woodhaven 1.5 mi 5.7
Bates Elementary School Woodhaven 1.8 mi 5.3
Hunter Elementary School Brownstown Twp 2.4 mi 4.3
Forest Elementary School Riverview 2.6 mi 4.9
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton 2.1 mi 5.1
Parsons Elementary School Rockwood 2.9 mi 5.6
Seitz Middle School Riverview 3.1 mi 4.7
Huntington Elementary School Riverview 3.2 mi 4.0
Shumate Middle School Rockwood 3.3 mi 5.3
Oscar A Carlson High School Rockwood 3.4 mi 6.1
Lakeshore Virtual School Gibraltar 3.4 mi 6.0
Gudith Elementary School Brownstown 3.1 mi 7.0
Memorial Elementary School Riverview 3.5 mi 3.9
Allen Elementary School Southgate 3.7 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48183 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,020

Median Home Value

$214,000

Median Rent

$1,009/mo

Population

41,863

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boyd W Arthurs Middle School

What grades does Boyd W Arthurs Middle School serve?

Boyd W Arthurs Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Boyd W Arthurs Middle School?

Boyd W Arthurs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boyd W Arthurs Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boyd W Arthurs Middle School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boyd W Arthurs Middle School rank in MI?

Boyd W Arthurs Middle School ranks #806 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Boyd W Arthurs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boyd W Arthurs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Boyd W Arthurs Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boyd W Arthurs Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Boyd W Arthurs Middle School a charter school?

No, Boyd W Arthurs Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Boyd W Arthurs Middle School a Title I school?

No, Boyd W Arthurs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boyd W Arthurs Middle School?

36.2% of students at Boyd W Arthurs Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

Trenton Public Schools
District Enrollment
2,565
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,858
District Rank
#2 of 4

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