Middle Schools in Midland Public Schools

The Midland Public Schools district in Michigan is home to two middle schools: Jefferson Middle School and Northeast Middle School. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and provide a range of educational opportunities within the Midland community.

Based on the data, Jefferson Middle School emerges as the standout performer in the district. The school consistently ranks among the top middle schools in Michigan, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and significantly higher test scores than the district and state averages across various subjects and grade levels. For instance, in the 2024-2025 school year, 70% of 7th graders at Jefferson Middle School were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 65.1% for the district and 39.2% for the state. Additionally, the school has a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5% compared to the district average.

In contrast, while Northeast Middle School is still performing well, it lags behind Jefferson Middle School in several key metrics. Northeast Middle School is ranked 134 out of 890 Michigan middle schools for the 2024-2025 school year and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores are generally lower than those of Jefferson Middle School, although still above the state averages in most subjects.