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Hastings Middle School

Middle School · Hastings Area School District

232 WEST GRAND ST, Hastings, MI 49058

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,755 of 3,192

In Hastings

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Hastings Area School District

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Hastings Middle School

6.1/10

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

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About Hastings Middle School

Hastings Middle School is a public middle school in Hastings, MI, part of Hastings Area School District. Hastings Middle School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hastings Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,755 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Hastings Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,253
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Hastings Middle School — Students at Hastings Middle School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (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
82%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
50.3%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Hastings Middle School Compares

See how Hastings Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in MI
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Location

232 WEST GRAND ST, Hastings, MI 49058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hastings Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lakewood Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Woodland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DeltonKellogg Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Delton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hastings, see our Hastings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Elementary School Hastings 0.1 mi 6.8
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Hastings 0.2 mi 5.7
Hastings High School Hastings 0.5 mi 6.0
Southeastern Elementary School Hastings 0.6 mi 5.8
Northeastern Elementary School Hastings 1.0 mi 6.4
Barry ISD Special Education Hastings 1.3 mi 6.1
HASTINGS 7 DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings 1.3 mi
Star Elementary School Hastings 1.4 mi 5.9
BARRY COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hastings 3.6 mi 7.3
CEDAR CREEK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Delton 8.8 mi 5.0
Lakewood Early Childhood Center Woodland 9.6 mi 5.8
DK Academy Delton 11.5 mi 5.9
Delton Kellogg Elem School Delton 11.5 mi 4.5
DeltonKellogg Middle School Delton 11.5 mi 5.7
DeltonKellogg High School Delton 11.7 mi 7.5
McFall Elementary School Middleville 10.4 mi 6.1
Fuller Street Elementary School Nashville 10.3 mi 3.8
Lee Elementary School Middleville 10.7 mi 7.1
Lakewood Elementary School Lake Odessa 12.1 mi 5.4
Lakewood Middle School Woodland 11.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,169

Median Home Value

$210,600

Median Rent

$928/mo

Population

19,513

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hastings Middle School

What grades does Hastings Middle School serve?

Hastings Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hastings Middle School?

Hastings Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hastings Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hastings Middle School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hastings Middle School rank in MI?

Hastings Middle School ranks #1,755 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Hastings Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hastings 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 Hastings Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hastings Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hastings Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hastings Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hastings Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hastings Middle School?

54.3% of students at Hastings 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Barry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

Hastings Area School District
District Enrollment
2,519
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,253
District Rank
#3 of 6

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