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Harper Creek Middle School

7290 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 896 students in grades 5-8, Harper Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 896 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Harper Creek Middle School's student population of 896 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
896 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Harper Creek 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 Harper Creek Middle School is 0.32, which is less 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)
#1633 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
34%
35%
39%
45%
38%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harper Creek Middle School's ranking?
Harper Creek Middle School is ranked #1633 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harper Creek Middle School often compared to?
Harper Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harper Creek Middle School?
896 students attend Harper Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harper Creek Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harper Creek Middle School?
Harper Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harper Creek Middle School offer ?
Harper Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harper Creek Middle School part of?
Harper Creek Middle School is part of Harper Creek Community Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 896 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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