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Waverly Middle School

Middle School · Waverly Community Schools

620 SNOW RD, Lansing, MI 48917

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,290 of 3,192

In Lansing

#15 of 37

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Waverly Community Schools

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Waverly Middle School

5.4/10

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

Waverly Senior High School

6.4/10

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3.8/10

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About Waverly Middle School

Waverly Middle School is a public middle school in Lansing, MI, part of Waverly Community Schools. Waverly Middle School serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Waverly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,290 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Waverly Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Waverly 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 Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,662
Chronic Absenteeism48.1%

Waverly Middle School — Students at Waverly Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.2% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 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
68%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32.1%

* 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 Waverly Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
28th percentile in MI
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.1%

Location

620 SNOW RD, Lansing, MI 48917

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waverly Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mt Hope School (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, East Intermediate School (rated 4.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lansing, see our Lansing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Waverly Senior High School Lansing 0.3 mi 6.4
Winans Elementary School Lansing 0.4 mi 3.8
Meryl S Colt Early Childhood Education Center Lansing 0.8 mi 9.7
LifeTech Academy Lansing 1.0 mi 6.5
Insight School of Michigan Lansing 1.0 mi 5.7
Elmwood Elementary School Lansing 1.7 mi 5.1
East Intermediate School Lansing 1.7 mi 4.4
Windemere Park Charter Academy Lansing 1.9 mi 5.1
Mt Hope School Lansing 2.4 mi 4.9
Lewton School Lansing 2.0 mi 6.5
Forrest G Averill School Lansing 2.3 mi 4.7
Delta Center Elementary School Lansing 1.9 mi 6.8
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Lansing 2.2 mi 7.3
Dwight Rich School of the Arts Lansing 2.5 mi 5.5
Cumberland School Lansing 2.7 mi 4.4
Cole Academy Lansing 2.5 mi 4.8
JW Sexton High School Lansing 2.4 mi 5.2
Wexford Montessori Magnet School Lansing 3.5 mi 2.2
Lansing Charter Academy Lansing 3.2 mi 5.0
Lansing Learning Hub Lansing 3.5 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48917 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,259

Median Home Value

$211,300

Median Rent

$1,085/mo

Population

32,029

College Educated

39.6%

Homeownership

59.7%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waverly Middle School

What grades does Waverly Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Waverly Middle School?

Waverly Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Waverly Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waverly Middle School rank in MI?

Waverly Middle School ranks #2,290 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Waverly Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waverly 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 Waverly Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waverly Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waverly Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Waverly Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

63.4% of students at Waverly 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Eaton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.1%

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