Summary:
Hudson Middle School is the only middle school in the Hudson Area Schools district, serving 199 students in grades 5-6 in Hudson, MI. Because it is the sole middle school, the district’s middle school data is identical to the school’s own numbers, and the district’s 1-star rating and bottom-quintile state ranking (500th out of 625 districts) directly reflect this school’s performance.
Academically, Hudson Middle School is struggling significantly. In the most recent testing year (2025-2026), proficiency rates were far below state averages in every subject. For example, only 6.3% of 5th graders and 12.2% of 6th graders were proficient in math, compared to state averages of 32.2% and 31.9%, respectively. In English Language Arts, 26% of 5th graders and 12.2% of 6th graders were proficient, versus state averages of 43.8% and 37.5%. Science (21.1% vs. 40% statewide) and social studies (13.7% vs. 27.5%) also lagged badly. Year-to-year results are highly volatile—6th grade ELA dropped from 27.2% to 12.2% in one year, while 5th grade math fell from 10.2% to 6.3%—suggesting that small class sizes and inconsistent instruction may be driving large swings in scores.
There are a few bright spots. Chronic absenteeism at 18.2% is better than both the district (30%) and state (27.9%) averages, meaning most students are showing up to class. The school also spends a substantial $15,467 per student, well above typical levels. However, with 50.75% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, the school faces real socioeconomic challenges. The disconnect between strong attendance, high spending, and very low academic outcomes points to potential issues with curriculum or instructional quality rather than student engagement. For parents, this school offers a safe, well-attended environment, but the persistent 20-26 point proficiency gaps across all subjects and grade levels indicate that students are not receiving the academic support they need to compete with peers statewide.
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