Below Average
#2816 of 3,192 schools in MI
Central Middle School
Middle School · Port Huron Area School District
200 32ND ST, Port Huron, MI 48060
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,816 of 3,192
In Port Huron
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Port Huron Area School District
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Central Middle School
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About Central Middle School
Central Middle School is a public middle school in Port Huron, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Central Middle School serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,816 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Central Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Central Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Central Middle School — Students at Central Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Central Middle School Compares
See how Central Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 32ND ST, Port Huron, MI 48060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holland Woods Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fort Gratiot Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Gratiot), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Huron, see our Port Huron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,342
Median Home Value
$152,000
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
39,502
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson Middle School Westland, MI | 4.3 |
| Northwest Kidder Middle School Jackson, MI | 4.3 |
| Jefferson Middle School Monroe, MI | 4.2 |
| John D Pierce Middle School Redford, MI | 4.2 |
| Wyoming Intermediate Wyoming, MI | 4.2 |
| Algonquin Middle School Clinton Twp, MI | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Middle School
What grades does Central Middle School serve?
Central Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Middle School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Middle School rank in MI?
Central Middle School ranks #2,816 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Central Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Central Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Central Middle School a charter school?
No, Central Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Middle School a Title I school?
No, Central Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Middle School?
72.9% of students at Central 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (810) 984-6533
Resources & Links
District
Port Huron Area School District- District Enrollment
- 7,147
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,323
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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