Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Petoskey Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petoskey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Petoskey Middle School's student population of 571 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Learn and Grow Together”
School Rankings
Petoskey Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petoskey Middle School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petoskey Middle School's ranking?
Petoskey Middle School is ranked #398 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Petoskey Middle School often compared to?
Petoskey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbor Springs Middle School, Petoskey High School, Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Petoskey Middle School?
571 students attend Petoskey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Petoskey Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petoskey Middle School?
Petoskey Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Petoskey Middle School offer ?
Petoskey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Petoskey Middle School part of?
Petoskey Middle School is part of Of Petoskey School District.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
This school is very excellent very good staff your kid doesn't fall behind the staff teaches very well a lot of fun hands-on learning.
5 9/9/2017
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