Serving 510 students in grades 6-8, Ring Lardner Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ring Lardner Middle School's student population of 510 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Ring Lardner Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ring Lardner Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1804 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ring Lardner Middle School's ranking?
Ring Lardner Middle School is ranked #1804 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ring Lardner Middle School?
510 students attend Ring Lardner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ring Lardner Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ring Lardner Middle School?
Ring Lardner Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ring Lardner Middle School offer ?
Ring Lardner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ring Lardner Middle School part of?
Ring Lardner Middle School is part of Niles Community Schools.
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