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#1361 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 43% in state

Gaylord Intermediate School

Middle School · Gaylord Community Schools

240 EAST 4TH ST, Gaylord, MI 49735

Enrollment

618

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

6.6

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,361 of 3,192

In Gaylord

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Gaylord Community Schools

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Gaylord Intermediate School

6.6/10

Middle School in Gaylord · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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7.4/10

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About Gaylord Intermediate School

Gaylord Intermediate School is a public middle school in Gaylord, MI, part of Gaylord Community Schools. Gaylord Intermediate School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gaylord Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,361 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Gaylord Intermediate School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,487
Chronic Absenteeism26.2%

Gaylord Intermediate School — Students at Gaylord Intermediate School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.3% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.8% (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
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
45.3%
ELA
48.7%

* 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 Gaylord Intermediate School Compares

See how Gaylord Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MI
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

Location

240 EAST 4TH ST, Gaylord, MI 49735

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gaylord Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Grayling Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 24.8 miles away, in nearby Grayling), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gaylord Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gaylord, see our Gaylord schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Gaylord Middle School Gaylord 0.4 mi 6.5
South Maple Elementary School Gaylord 0.4 mi 7.4
ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Gaylord 0.6 mi 5.7
North Ohio Elementary School Gaylord 1.3 mi 6.2
Gaylord High SchoolVoc Bldg Gaylord 1.7 mi 7.2
OTSEGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gaylord 1.5 mi 3.8
Vanderbilt Area School Vanderbilt 8.4 mi 5.2
JohannesburgLewiston High School Johannesburg 11.0 mi 8.1
JohannesburgLewiston ElementaryMiddle School Johannesburg 11.0 mi 5.2
Wolverine Elementary School Wolverine 17.4 mi 4.9
Wolverine MiddleHigh School Wolverine 17.5 mi 5.8
Alba School Elmira 14.9 mi 7.0
Boyne Falls Public School Boyne Falls 17.1 mi 8.1
North Central Academy Campus Bay City 16.0 mi 6.9
Grayling High School Grayling 22.4 mi 7.7
Great Lakes Online Education Grayling 22.4 mi 7.0
Concord Academy Boyne Boyne City 18.6 mi 6.8
Grayling Elementary School Grayling 24.7 mi 6.7
Grayling Middle School Grayling 24.8 mi 7.1
Shawono Center Grayling 24.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,050

Median Home Value

$200,800

Median Rent

$876/mo

Population

20,678

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

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Edwardsburg Middle School Edwardsburg, MI 6.6
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Fremont Middle School Fremont, MI 6.6
Lakewood Middle School Woodland, MI 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gaylord Intermediate School

What grades does Gaylord Intermediate School serve?

Gaylord Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Gaylord Intermediate School?

Gaylord Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gaylord Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gaylord Intermediate School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gaylord Intermediate School rank in MI?

Gaylord Intermediate School ranks #1,361 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Gaylord Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gaylord Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Gaylord Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gaylord Intermediate School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gaylord Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Gaylord Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gaylord Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Gaylord Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gaylord Intermediate School?

57.6% of students at Gaylord Intermediate 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Otsego County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

District

Gaylord Community Schools
District Enrollment
2,776
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,487
District Rank
#3 of 5

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