Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, Anchor Bay Middle School South ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anchor Bay Middle School South's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anchor Bay Middle School South ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anchor Bay Middle School South is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1360 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anchor Bay Middle School South's ranking?
Anchor Bay Middle School South is ranked #1360 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Anchor Bay Middle School South often compared to?
Anchor Bay Middle School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Anchor Bay Middle School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Anchor Bay Middle School South?
509 students attend Anchor Bay Middle School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Anchor Bay Middle School South students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anchor Bay Middle School South?
Anchor Bay Middle School South has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Anchor Bay Middle School South offer ?
Anchor Bay Middle School South offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anchor Bay Middle School South part of?
Anchor Bay Middle School South is part of Anchor Bay School District.
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