Orchard View Middle School

35 S Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI 49442
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 454 students in grades 5-10, Orchard View 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 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-10
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Orchard View Middle School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-10
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
454 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive environment that encourages academic growth, responsible citizenship and lifelong learning for all students.

School Rankings

Orchard View 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 Orchard View Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2561 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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11%
35%
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24%
45%
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20-24%
38%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
11%
9%
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Black
31%
18%
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White
47%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.67
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orchard View Middle School's ranking?
Orchard View Middle School is ranked #2561 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Orchard View Middle School?
454 students attend Orchard View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Orchard View Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard View Middle School?
Orchard View Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard View Middle School offer ?
Orchard View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-10 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard View Middle School part of?
Orchard View Middle School is part of Orchard View Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-10
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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