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#2207 of 3,192 schools in MI
Fort Gratiot Middle School
Middle School · Port Huron Area School District
3985 KEEWAHDIN RD, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,207 of 3,192
In Fort Gratiot
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Port Huron Area School District
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Fort Gratiot Middle School
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About Fort Gratiot Middle School
Fort Gratiot Middle School is a public middle school in Fort Gratiot, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Fort Gratiot Middle School serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Gratiot Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,207 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Gratiot Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Fort Gratiot 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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Fort Gratiot Middle School — Students at Fort Gratiot Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
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: 5.3/10.
How Fort Gratiot Middle School Compares
See how Fort Gratiot Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3985 KEEWAHDIN RD, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Gratiot Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holland Woods Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Port Huron), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Central Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Port Huron), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Gratiot, see our Fort Gratiot schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,841
Median Home Value
$199,200
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
15,371
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
48.5
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| Alger Middle School Grand Rapids, MI | 5.5 |
| Brandon Middle School Ortonville, MI | 5.5 |
| Hart Middle School Hart, MI | 5.5 |
| Hillside Middle School Kalamazoo, MI | 5.5 |
| Holland Middle School Holland, MI | 5.5 |
| Hoover Middle School Taylor, MI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Gratiot Middle School
What grades does Fort Gratiot Middle School serve?
Fort Gratiot Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fort Gratiot Middle School?
Fort Gratiot Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Gratiot Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Gratiot Middle School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Gratiot Middle School rank in MI?
Fort Gratiot Middle School ranks #2,207 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Fort Gratiot Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Gratiot Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Fort Gratiot Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Gratiot Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fort Gratiot Middle School a charter school?
No, Fort Gratiot Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Gratiot Middle School a Title I school?
No, Fort Gratiot Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Gratiot Middle School?
42.9% of students at Fort Gratiot 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
- 550
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (810) 984-6544
Resources & Links
District
Port Huron Area School District- District Enrollment
- 7,147
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,323
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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