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Marine City Middle School

Middle School · East China School District

6373 KING RD, Marine City, MI 48039

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,832 of 3,192

In Marine City

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

East China School District

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Marine City Middle School

6.0/10

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

Marine City High School

8.1/10

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5.0/10

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About Marine City Middle School

Marine City Middle School is a public middle school in Marine City, MI, part of East China School District. Marine City Middle School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marine City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,832 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Marine City Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,353
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Marine City Middle School — Students at Marine City Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (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
86%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
34.1%
ELA
40.9%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Marine City Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in MI
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Location

6373 KING RD, Marine City, MI 48039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marine City Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. St Clair Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Clair), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marysville Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Marysville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Marine City, see our Marine City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Marine City High School Marine City 0.0 mi 8.1
Belle River Elementary School Marine City 0.5 mi 5.0
CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC Marine City 0.6 mi 5.8
East China Virtual Academy Ira 2.9 mi 4.9
Pine River Elementary School China 5.9 mi 5.3
Algonquin Elementary School Clay 5.9 mi 8.3
Millside Elementary School Clay 6.0 mi 6.5
St Clair High School Saint Clair 7.6 mi 7.2
Gearing Elementary School Saint Clair 7.8 mi 5.1
Algonac JuniorSenior High School Clay 7.1 mi 7.4
Algonac Alternative Education Clay 7.2 mi
Palms Elementary School Ira 6.2 mi 5.3
St Clair Middle School Saint Clair 9.2 mi 6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Ira 9.2 mi 5.2
Francois Maconce Elem School Ira 9.4 mi 7.2
Washington Elementary School Marysville 13.3 mi 5.6
Marysville High School Marysville 13.7 mi 7.4
Marysville Middle School Marysville 13.9 mi 5.9
Woodland Developmental Center Marysville 14.2 mi 7.4
Gardens Elementary School Marysville 14.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,304

Median Home Value

$170,800

Median Rent

$879/mo

Population

7,466

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

89.2%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

46.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marine City Middle School

What grades does Marine City Middle School serve?

Marine City Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Marine City Middle School?

Marine City Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marine City Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marine City 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 Marine City Middle School rank in MI?

Marine City Middle School ranks #1,832 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Marine City Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marine City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Marine City Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marine City Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marine City Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Marine City Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

51.8% of students at Marine 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

East China School District
District Enrollment
3,541
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,353
District Rank
#3 of 9

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