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Anchor Bay Middle School South

Public | 6-8 | 555 students

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4 stars

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Posted August 11, 2011

This school is amazing. The teachers are super understanding and kind. I also think the "dot system" is a great dicipline system, almost like the "three strikes and you're out" saying. They know how to handle difficult situations well, although they have a bit of a bully problem. :/


Posted December 9, 2010

After reading the students' comments, I think they should spend a little more time on spelling.


Posted September 1, 2009

I don't really like the school to much I think they do not take things needed to a serious matter!!Like for instance for a punishment they were going to take our salad bar away!!And it's like what a punishment!!!Lol!!!But anyways I think they don't stick to what they say!!Sorry.:(
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 4, 2009

I Love It Here I Have A Great Time And the Teachers Are Exillent
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 26, 2008

i like the school but we need to have more spirit days though!! i think it would encourage more students to like this school.. sincerely a student from middle school south
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 1, 2008

the school is wonderful all of my children have gradguated from there with flying colors!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 9, 2005

Academic programs are continuing to grow and expand. Coming from a private school setting to here I was very pleased at the academics provided. Teachers were very informative and helpful to any issues that arose during the year. I did however have some security issues regarding recess and supervision. I felt there were not enough grown-ups to supervise so many children at once at recess. Some of the extra curricular functions were very chaotic. Over all though, very pleased!
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 40% in 2013.

166 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
45%

2012

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

167 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
70%

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
91%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 30% in 2013.

172 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
76%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 38% in 2013.

153 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
34%

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

155 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
61%

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
85%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

155 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
49%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2013.

178 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
20%

2012

 
 
17%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

180 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
63%

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
88%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

184 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
89%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 90% 71%
Black 5% 20%
Hispanic 3% 5%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 25%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr. Douglas Glassford
Fax number
  • (586) 725-0290

Programs

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48650 Sugarbush Rd
Chesterfield, MI 48047
Phone: (586) 648-2500

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