Serving 340 students in grades 5-8, Tawas Area 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tawas Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tawas Area Middle School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tawas Area 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 Tawas Area Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1817 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tawas Area Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tawas Area Middle School's ranking?
Tawas Area Middle School is ranked #1817 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tawas Area Middle School?
340 students attend Tawas Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Tawas Area Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tawas Area Middle School?
Tawas Area Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tawas Area Middle School offer ?
Tawas Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tawas Area Middle School part of?
Tawas Area Middle School is part of Tawas Area Schools.
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