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Laker Middle School

Summary:

Laker Middle School is a public middle school located in Pigeon, Michigan, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 239 students. The school is part of the Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools district, which is ranked 236 out of 610 districts in Michigan and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Academically, Laker Middle School's performance, as measured by M-Step and PSAT test scores, is generally below the state and district averages across various subjects and grade levels. The school's proficiency rates in M-Step English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies ranged from 16.7% to 36.4% in 2023-2024, which are all lower than the state averages. Similarly, the school's PSAT proficiency rates in 2023-2024 were also below the state averages, with 73% proficient in English Language Arts and 30.3% proficient in Mathematics. Additionally, Laker Middle School has experienced high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 13.1% in 2020-2021 to 31.8% in 2018-2019, which are significantly higher than the state average of 15.2% in 2021-2022.

The school's student population is predominantly white, with 92.47% of students identifying as white in the 2022-2023 school year, which is significantly higher than the state average of 68.9%. Furthermore, the school has a relatively high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, with 55.65% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch in the 2022-2023 school year. The school's per-student spending has increased over the past few years, from $11,297 in 2020-2021 to $13,860 in 2022-2023, and the student-teacher ratio has remained relatively stable, ranging from 16.7 to 17.2 students per teacher over the past three years.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 6136 Pigeon Rd
       Pigeon, MI  48755-9585

(989) 453-4600

District: Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
409th of 897 Michigan Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,860 Help


Students who attend Laker Middle School usually attend:

High:    Laker High School

Feeder schools for Laker Middle School:

Elementary:    Laker Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  16.7 Help
Number of students:  239

Racial breakdown:

White:
92.5%
Hispanic:
5.0%
African American:
1.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  55.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Laker Middle School ranks better than 54.4% of middle schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 49.12. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (92.5%), Hispanic (5%), African American (1.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 55.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Laker Middle School is 16.7. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Laker Middle School is $13,860.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Laker Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Laker Middle School 409th of 897 Michigan public middle schools. (See Laker Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools 236th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Laker Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Laker Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 64.88 325th 806 59.7%
2007 71.90 232nd 823 71.8%
2008 64.89 345th 839 58.9%
2009 62.64 399th 847 52.9%
2010 63.54 417th 851 51.0%
2011 66.26 321st 858 62.6%
2012 53.78 423rd 900 53.0%
2013 62.67 310th 919 66.3%
2014 50.51 482nd 921 47.7%
2015 53.41 413th 919 55.1%
2016 44.62 492nd 894 45.0%
2017 50.14 347th 821 57.7%
2018 58.25 361st 838 56.9%
2019 52.07 340th 792 57.1%
2021 39.24 392nd 675 41.9%
2022 37.36 477th 776 38.5%
2023 46.22 439th 883 50.3%
2024 49.12 409th 897 54.4%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Laker Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.83 281st 377 25.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Laker Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.22 288th 815 64.7%
2019 49.81 324th 672 51.8%
2022 21.70 568th 691 17.8%
2023 28.07 612th 825 25.8%
2024 38.69 502nd 836 40.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Laker Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 63.03 267th 794 66.4%
2019 56.57 251st 658 61.9%
2021 56.16 177th 521 66.0%
2022 32.25 453rd 657 31.1%
2023 42.41 418th 770 45.7%
2024 58.96 244th 771 68.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Laker Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.43 411th 797 48.4%
2019 36.21 409th 639 36.0%
2021 18.52 473rd 540 12.4%
2022 33.76 431st 658 34.5%
2023 40.90 443rd 776 42.9%
2024 36.76 495th 786 37.0%
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Rank History for White students at Laker Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.68 367th 678 45.9%
2019 38.94 368th 624 41.0%
2021 32.83 387th 577 32.9%
2022 24.71 499th 638 21.8%
2023 30.79 492nd 688 28.5%
2024 39.29 410th 701 41.5%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Laker Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 285 0 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1989 296 1 1 8 0 n/a n/a -1 305
1990 308 1 2 7 0 n/a n/a 0 318
1991 311 1 4 12 0 n/a n/a 0 328
1992 321 0 3 15 0 n/a n/a 0 339
1993 333 0 2 13 0 n/a n/a 0 348
1994 321 0 1 9 0 n/a n/a 0 331
1995 324 2 2 18 0 n/a n/a 0 346
1996 324 2 2 18 0 n/a n/a 0 346
1997 322 2 2 19 0 n/a n/a 0 345
1998 292 1 3 15 3 n/a n/a 0 314
1999 312 4 1 7 0 n/a n/a 0 324
2000 295 8 2 8 2 n/a n/a 0 315
2001 261 3 0 9 1 n/a n/a 0 274
2002 261 1 1 12 3 n/a n/a 0 278
2003 261 1 1 12 3 n/a n/a 0 278
2004 260 2 3 12 2 n/a n/a 0 279
2005 244 1 3 6 2 n/a n/a 0 256
2006 253 1 3 6 2 n/a n/a 0 265
2007 226 1 4 3 1 n/a n/a 0 235
2008 211 1 2 5 n/a n/a n/a 0 219
2009 202 3 2 8 0 n/a n/a 0 215
2010 209 5 1 14 0 n/a n/a 0 229
2011 191 2 1 9 0 0 0 0 203
2012 190 4 2 7 0 0 0 0 203
2013 181 3 0 6 2 0 0 0 192
2014 181 2 0 9 2 0 1 0 195
2015 196 2 0 9 3 0 1 0 211
2016 190 2 0 11 2 0 1 0 206
2017 208 2 0 9 0 0 0 0 219
2018 198 0 0 9 0 0 1 0 208
2019 210 1 0 9 0 0 2 0 222
2020 199 1 0 9 2 0 3 0 214
2021 213 1 0 8 0 0 2 0 224
2022 215 2 1 6 0 0 2 0 226
2023 221 3 1 12 0 0 2 0 239

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Laker Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 296 n/a n/a n/a
1989 305 n/a n/a 0
1990 318 27.0 11.7 n/a
1991 328 n/a n/a n/a
1992 339 n/a n/a 32.2
1993 348 n/a 0.0 37.6
1994 331 16.2 20.4 24.2
1995 346 16.4 21.1 0
1996 346 16.4 21.1 0
1997 345 16.0 21.6 0
1998 314 16.0 19.6 0
1999 324 17.0 19.1 0
2000 315 16.9 18.6 0
2001 274 16.4 16.7 0
2002 278 15.2 18.3 n/a
2003 278 15.2 18.3 n/a
2004 279 13.0 21.5 n/a
2005 256 14.3 17.9 n/a
2006 265 12.6 21.0 0
2007 235 12.8 18.4 46
2008 219 11.1 19.7 40.2
2009 215 10.0 21.5 41.9
2010 229 10.6 21.4 45.9
2011 203 9.9 20.4 48.8
2012 203 10.0 20.2 52.2
2013 192 11.4 16.7 52.1
2014 195 10.9 17.8 51.8
2015 211 10.0 21.1 55
2016 206 10.0 20.6 51.9
2017 219 11.7 18.6 49.3
2018 208 11.2 18.5 49.5
2019 222 11.2 19.6 50.5
2020 214 11.7 18.1 52.3
2021 224 13.2 16.9 47.8
2022 226 13.0 17.2 54.9
2023 239 14.2 16.7 55.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Laker Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 296 n/a n/a n/a
1989 305 n/a n/a 0
1990 318 27.0 11.7 n/a
1991 328 n/a n/a n/a
1992 339 n/a n/a 32.2
1993 348 n/a 0.0 37.6
1994 331 16.2 20.4 24.2
1995 346 16.4 21.1 0
1996 346 16.4 21.1 0
1997 345 16.0 21.6 0
1998 314 16.0 19.6 0
1999 324 17.0 19.1 0
2000 315 16.9 18.6 0
2001 274 16.4 16.7 0
2002 278 15.2 18.3 n/a
2003 278 15.2 18.3 n/a
2004 279 13.0 21.5 n/a
2005 256 14.3 17.9 n/a
2006 265 12.6 21.0 0
2007 235 12.8 18.4 46
2008 219 11.1 19.7 40.2
2009 215 10.0 21.5 41.9
2010 229 10.6 21.4 45.9
2011 203 9.9 20.4 48.8
2012 203 10.0 20.2 52.2
2013 192 11.4 16.7 52.1
2014 195 10.9 17.8 51.8
2015 211 10.0 21.1 55
2016 206 10.0 20.6 51.9
2017 219 11.7 18.6 49.3
2018 208 11.2 18.5 49.5
2019 222 11.2 19.6 50.5
2020 214 11.7 18.1 52.3
2021 224 13.2 16.9 47.8
2022 226 13.0 17.2 54.9
2023 239 14.2 16.7 55.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Laker Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $591 (5.0%) $11,339 (95.0%) $11,930
2020 $627 (5.5%) $10,836 (94.5%) $11,463
2021 $1,422 (12.6%) $9,875 (87.4%) $11,297
2022 $1,034 (8.2%) $11,649 (91.9%) $12,682
2023 $1,219 (8.8%) $12,641 (91.2%) $13,860

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Laker Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 340th of 792 Middle schoolsRanks 439th of 883 Middle schools
 6.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Laker Middle School)39.245.6
 6.4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools)39.245.6
 6.4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)41.737.5
 4.2%
6th Grade Math (Laker Middle School)31.626.5
 5.1%
   6th Grade Math (Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools)31.626.5
 5.1%
   6th Grade Math (Michigan)35.129.6
 5.5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Laker Middle School)54.534.8
 19.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools)54.534.8
 19.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)42.736.9
 5.8%
7th Grade Math (Laker Middle School)37.925.8
 12.1%
   7th Grade Math (Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools)37.925.8
 12.1%
   7th Grade Math (Michigan)35.731
 4.7%
8th Grade Social Studies (Laker Middle School)29.719.2
 10.5%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools)29.719.2
 10.5%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)2826.7
 1.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Laker Middle School)62.754.8
 7.9%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools)62.754.8
 7.9%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)61.959.7
 2.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (Laker Middle School)30.727.4
 3.3%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools)30.727.4
 3.3%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Michigan)41.436.3
 5.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students222239
 7.7%
African American13
 200%
American Indian00
Asian01
Hispanic912
 33.3%
Pacific Islander00
White210221
 5.2%
Two or More Races22
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients50.5%55.6%
 5.2%

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Students at Laker Middle School are 92% White, 5% Hispanic, 1% African American.

Students who attend Laker Middle School usually go on to attend Laker High School

Laker Middle School ranks 409th of 897 Michigan middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 239 students attended Laker Middle School.


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