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#1023 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 32% in state

Stout Middle School

Middle School · Dearborn City School District

18500 OAKWOOD BLVD, Dearborn, MI 48124

Enrollment

712

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,023 of 3,192

In Dearborn

#18 of 39

public schools

In district

#18 of 36

Dearborn City School District

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Stout Middle School

7.0/10

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

Snow Elementary School

7.9/10

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3.2/10

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About Stout Middle School

Stout Middle School is a public middle school in Dearborn, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. Stout Middle School serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Stout Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,023 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Stout Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Stout 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,437
Chronic Absenteeism41%

Stout Middle School — Students at Stout Middle School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (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
79%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Stout Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
68th percentile in MI
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

Location

18500 OAKWOOD BLVD, Dearborn, MI 48124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stout Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Henry Ford Early College (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Henry Ford Early CollegeAdvanced Manufacturing (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Snow Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Snow Elementary School Dearborn 0.6 mi 7.9
Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 Dearborn 0.9 mi 3.2
Edsel Ford High School Dearborn 1.0 mi 6.8
Bedford School Dearborn Heights 1.3 mi 3.8
Henry Ford Academy Dearborn 1.2 mi 7.3
Rogers Early Elementary School Allen Park 1.6 mi 4.9
Melvindale High School Allen Park 1.5 mi 6.8
Henry Ford Elementary School Dearborn 1.7 mi 5.6
Academy for Business and Technology High School Melvindale 1.7 mi 5.0
DEARBORN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dearborn 1.5 mi
Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy Dearborn Heights 1.7 mi 6.0
Polk Elementary School Dearborn Heights 1.8 mi 3.9
INTER-CITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Allen Park 2.0 mi 5.1
WhitmoreBolles Elementary School Dearborn 1.7 mi 5.7
Julian O Strong Middle School Melvindale 1.9 mi 4.5
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS CENTER OF ALLEN PARK Allen Park 2.1 mi 6.2
Duvall Elementary School Dearborn 1.8 mi 7.9
Annapolis High School Dearborn Heights 2.1 mi 5.2
Henry Ford Early College Dearborn 2.3 mi 9.0
Henry Ford Early CollegeAdvanced Manufacturing Dearborn 2.3 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,353

Median Home Value

$192,100

Median Rent

$1,280/mo

Population

34,156

College Educated

40.3%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

38.9

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Smith Middle School Dearborn, MI 7.0
Grayling Middle School Grayling, MI 7.1
Hamilton Middle School Hamilton, MI 6.9
Kinawa School Okemos, MI 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stout Middle School

What grades does Stout Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Stout Middle School?

Stout Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Stout Middle School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stout Middle School rank in MI?

Stout Middle School ranks #1,023 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Stout Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stout Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Stout Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stout Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stout Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Stout Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

85.4% of students at Stout 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

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