Middle Schools in Elk Rapids Schools

The Cherryland Middle School is the sole middle school within the Elk Rapids Schools district in Michigan. This standout school consistently ranks in the top 15% of Michigan middle schools, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past three years. The Elk Rapids Schools district as a whole is also highly regarded, ranking 47th out of 613 districts in the state and earning a 5-star rating.

Cherryland Middle School outperforms the state average in nearly all subject areas and grade levels, with particularly strong results in 8th grade English Language Arts (84.5% proficient) and 8th grade Social Studies (73.8% proficient). The school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 16.7, which likely contributes to its academic success. While the school has a moderate level of economic disadvantage, with 30.18% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, its students continue to demonstrate impressive proficiency rates.

Overall, Cherryland Middle School stands out as a high-performing institution within the Elk Rapids Schools district, consistently delivering strong academic outcomes for its students. The school's success is particularly noteworthy given the moderate level of economic disadvantage among its student population, suggesting the school is providing a high-quality education and effectively preparing its students for future success.