Summary:
Zip code 49712 is home to a single middle school, Boyne City Middle School, which serves grades 5 through 8 and enrolls 378 students within the Boyne City Public Schools district.
For parents considering this area, Boyne City Middle School stands out as a high-performing school with notable strengths in science, social studies, and English language arts (ELA). The most striking result is in 8th grade science, where 62.3% of students are proficient compared to the state average of 39.2%—a remarkable 23-point advantage. Similarly, 8th grade social studies proficiency reaches 67.9% versus the state’s 50.3%, and 8th grade PSAT ELA scores hit 73.6% compared to 64.8% statewide. Across 5th, 6th, and 7th grades, ELA proficiency consistently meets or exceeds state averages, with the largest gap in 6th grade (+6.6 points). The school also excels in 5th grade social studies (+15.7 points) and science (+5.7 points).
Mathematics is the relative weak spot. While 6th and 7th grade math slightly outperform state averages, 5th grade math lags by 2.6 points and 8th grade PSAT math trails by 4.0 points, suggesting a need for targeted support as students advance. Encouragingly, the district’s ranking improved dramatically from 325th to 216th out of roughly 890 Michigan districts in one year. Chronic absenteeism is just 14.0%—half the state’s 27.9%—which likely supports strong academic outcomes. With 35.45% of students receiving free/reduced lunch, the school outperforms state averages in most subjects despite serving a moderate-income population. Per-student spending of $15,133 appears efficient given these results. Overall, Boyne City Middle School offers a rigorous, well-rounded education with exceptional upper-grade science and social studies, consistent ELA strength, and a positive school culture—making it an excellent choice for families in this zip code.
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