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#962 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 30% in state

Negaunee Middle School

Middle School · Negaunee Public Schools

102 WEST CASE ST, Negaunee, MI 49866

Enrollment

458

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#962 of 3,192

In Negaunee

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Negaunee Public Schools

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Negaunee Middle School

7.1/10

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About Negaunee Middle School

Negaunee Middle School is a public middle school in Negaunee, MI, part of Negaunee Public Schools. Negaunee Middle School serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Negaunee Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #962 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Negaunee Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above MI schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,727
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

Negaunee Middle School — Students at Negaunee Middle School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
31.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.0% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 36 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
83%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
40.7%
ELA
58.4%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Negaunee Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
70th percentile in MI
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Location

102 WEST CASE ST, Negaunee, MI 49866

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Negaunee Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bothwell Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Marquette), a more accessible option. Additionally, Ishpeming Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Ishpeming), a more accessible option. For more schools in Negaunee, see our Negaunee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Negaunee High School Negaunee 0.5 mi 7.3
Lakeview School Negaunee 0.8 mi 7.7
Birchview School Ishpeming 2.6 mi 5.7
Ishpeming Middle School Ishpeming 2.8 mi 5.7
Ishpeming High School Ishpeming 2.8 mi 6.7
IshpemingNegauneeNICE Comm Ed Division Negaunee 3.0 mi
Westwood High School Ishpeming 5.7 mi 6.9
Aspen Ridge Elementary School Ishpeming 5.8 mi 7.1
North Star Montessori Academy Marquette 8.1 mi 6.7
Vandenboom Alternative High School Marquette 9.2 mi 5.3
Superior Hills Elementary School Marquette 9.5 mi 6.6
Bothwell Middle School Marquette 9.6 mi 5.9
Marquette Senior High School Marquette 10.0 mi 7.1
Sandy Knoll School Marquette 10.4 mi 7.7
FR MARQUETTE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Marquette 10.3 mi 7.0
Graveraet Elementary School Marquette 10.8 mi 9.0
MarquetteAlger Administrative Unit Marquette 11.0 mi
Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette 12.2 mi 6.2
George D Gilbert Elementary School Gwinn 16.9 mi 7.1
Gwinn MiddleHigh School Gwinn 17.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,433

Median Home Value

$191,700

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

8,228

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

39.3

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Creekside Intermediate School Dexter, MI 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Negaunee Middle School

What grades does Negaunee Middle School serve?

Negaunee Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Negaunee Middle School?

Negaunee Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Negaunee Middle School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Negaunee Middle School rank in MI?

Negaunee Middle School ranks #962 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Negaunee Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Negaunee Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Negaunee Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Negaunee Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Negaunee Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Negaunee Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

33.0% of students at Negaunee 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Marquette County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

District

Negaunee Public Schools
District Enrollment
1,530
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,727
District Rank
#3 of 3

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