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#2279 of 3,192 schools in MI
Sault Area Middle School
Middle School · Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools
684 MARQUETTE AVE, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 9th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,279 of 3,192
In Sault Sainte Marie
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools
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Sault Area Middle School
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About Sault Area Middle School
Sault Area Middle School is a public middle school in Sault Sainte Marie, MI, part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools. Sault Area Middle School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades 5th-9th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Sault Area Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,279 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Sault Area Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Sault Area 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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Sault Area Middle School — Students at Sault Area Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 5.6/10.
How Sault Area Middle School Compares
See how Sault Area Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
684 MARQUETTE AVE, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sault Area Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cedarville School (rated 8.9/10, 33.2 miles away, in nearby Cedarville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rudyard Area Schools (rated 8.3/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Rudyard), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brimley Area School (rated 8.0/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Brimley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sault Sainte Marie, see our Sault Sainte Marie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 39.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sault Area High School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy Sault Sainte Marie | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School Sault Ste. Marie | 0.7 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Sault Sainte Marie | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EUPISD Project Search Sault S. Marie | 1.3 mi | — |
| Malcolm High School Sault S. Marie | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Superior Academy Sault S. Marie | 7.7 mi | 6.6 |
| EUPISD Learning Center Kincheloe | 14.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Brimley Area School Brimley | 12.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Consolidated Community School Services Kincheloe | 16.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Ojibwe Charter School Brimley | 12.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Pickford Public Schools Pickford | 22.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RUDYARD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rudyard | 19.0 mi | — |
| Rudyard Area Schools Rudyard | 21.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Cedarville School Cedarville | 33.2 mi | 8.9 |
| DeTour Arts and Technology Academy De Tour Village | 39.8 mi | 6.1 |
| DeTour High School Detour Village | 39.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,847
Median Home Value
$146,400
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
18,778
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Armstrong Middle School Flint, MI | 5.4 |
| Baseline Middle School South Haven, MI | 5.4 |
| Cramer Junior High School Essexville, MI | 5.4 |
| CroswellLexington Middle School Croswell, MI | 5.4 |
| Eaton Rapids Middle School Eaton Rapids, MI | 5.4 |
| Emerson Middle School Livonia, MI | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sault Area Middle School
What grades does Sault Area Middle School serve?
Sault Area Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 9th.
How many students attend Sault Area Middle School?
Sault Area Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sault Area Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sault Area Middle School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sault Area Middle School rank in MI?
Sault Area Middle School ranks #2,279 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Sault Area Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sault Area Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Sault Area Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sault Area Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sault Area Middle School a charter school?
No, Sault Area Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sault Area Middle School a Title I school?
No, Sault Area Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sault Area Middle School?
44.6% of students at Sault Area 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
- 5th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chippewa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (906) 635-6604
Resources & Links
District
Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,915
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,349
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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