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Baldwin Street Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 780 students

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2 reviews of this school


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Posted September 9, 2008

I love this school. It's so fun learning here with all the nice staff and other students. I feel so safe here.
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 17, 2005

My experience so far has been excellent. The programs offered and the direction of the staff have been wonderful. They have the best principle of any school district in the area. The kids definately come first here. They exceed expectations when it comes to helping your child if they need extra help.
—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.

266 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
66%

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

267 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
81%

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
96%
Social Studies

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

268 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
38%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
87%
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.

250 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
69%

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

249 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
86%

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
94%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

249 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
59%
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.

255 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
55%

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

256 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
87%

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

256 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
34%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
93%
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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 91% 71%
Hispanic 4% 5%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 3%
Black 2% 20%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 14%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr. David Powers
Fax number
  • (616) 669-7755
School leaders can update this information here.

School culture

Parent involvement
  • We have an incredible parent volunteer group consisting of dozens of regular workers.
More from this school
  • BMS, as well as all HPS schools,values each individual student and strives to present the highest quality education in a warm and compassionate environment.
School leaders can update this information here.

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What are your chances?

Students typically come from these schools
Alward Elementary
Bauer Elementary
Georgetown Elementary

Planning ahead

Students typically attend these schools after graduating
Hudsonville Freshman Campus
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3835 Baldwin St
Hudsonville, MI 49426
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Phone: (616) 669-7750

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