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#1747 of 3,192 schools in MI
Garden City Middle School
Middle School · Garden City Public Schools
1851 RADCLIFF ST, Garden City, MI 48135
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,747 of 3,192
In Garden City
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Garden City Public Schools
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Garden City Middle School
Garden City Middle School is a public middle school in Garden City, MI, part of Garden City Public Schools. Garden City Middle School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,747 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Garden City Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Garden City 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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Garden City Middle School — Students at Garden City Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.5/10.
How Garden City Middle School Compares
See how Garden City Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1851 RADCLIFF ST, Garden City, MI 48135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden City Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Farmington 56 Campus (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Adams Middle School (rated 3.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Westland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington 56 Campus Garden City | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas A Edison Elem School Westland | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Wildwood Elementary School Westland | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| John Glenn High School Westland | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary School Westland | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WESTLAND Westland | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Adams Middle School Westland | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westland | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Wayne Memorial High School Wayne | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| American International Academy Elementary Westland | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Eugene B Elliott Elem School Westland | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Grant Elementary School Livonia | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Hayes Elementary School Westland | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Memorial Elementary 12 Campus Garden City | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary School Westland | 2.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Garfield Community School Livonia | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Churchill High School Livonia | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Livonia | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Franklin High School Livonia | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livonia | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,396
Median Home Value
$162,400
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
26,910
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EF Rittmueller Middle School Frankenmuth, MI | 6.1 |
| Johnson Upper Elementary School Westland, MI | 6.1 |
| Pathfinder School Pinckney, MI | 6.1 |
| Pine River Area Middle School Leroy, MI | 6.1 |
| ReethsPuffer Middle School Muskegon, MI | 6.1 |
| Salina Intermediate 4 8 Dearborn, MI | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden City Middle School
What grades does Garden City Middle School serve?
Garden City Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Garden City Middle School?
Garden City Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden City Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden City Middle School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden City Middle School rank in MI?
Garden City Middle School ranks #1,747 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Garden City Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Garden City Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden City Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garden City Middle School a charter school?
No, Garden City Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden City Middle School a Title I school?
No, Garden City Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden City Middle School?
58.5% of students at Garden City 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.4%
- Phone
- (734) 762-8400
Resources & Links
District
Garden City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,194
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,508
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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