Blissfield Middle School

Summary:

Blissfield Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 6-8 in Blissfield, Michigan, with a student population of 242. The school is part of the Blissfield Community Schools district, which is ranked 277 out of 610 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Academically, Blissfield Middle School's performance is generally below the state averages, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math around 20-30% compared to the state averages of 37-38%. However, the school performs better in certain areas, such as 8th grade Science and 8th grade Social Studies. Additionally, the school's 8th grade PSAT scores are stronger, with 73.5% proficient in English Language Arts and 37.3% proficient in Math, compared to state averages of 64.5% and 32.6%, respectively. The school also faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, which have increased from 8.3% in 2018-2019 to 18.9% in 2022-2023, notably higher than the state average.

Compared to nearby middle schools, such as Mason Middle School, Clinton Middle School, and Tecumseh Middle School, Blissfield Middle School's academic performance is generally lower. However, the school's special education student subgroup is a bright spot, ranking 29th out of 199 Michigan middle schools in this category in 2022-2023. Additionally, the school's Hispanic student subgroup has performed relatively well, ranking 91st out of 266 Michigan middle schools in 2017-2018, while the White student subgroup has struggled, ranking in the bottom half of Michigan middle schools in recent years.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 1305 Beamer Rd
       Blissfield, MI  49228-9739


(517) 486-4420

District: Blissfield Community Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
361st of 897 Michigan Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,683 Help


Students who attend Blissfield Middle School usually attend:

High:    Blissfield High School

Feeder schools for Blissfield Middle School:

Elementary:    Blissfield Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  14.6 Help
Number of students:  252

Racial breakdown:

White:
88.9%
Hispanic:
9.1%
Two or more races:
0.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  41.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Blissfield Middle School ranks better than 59.8% of middle schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 53.03. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a 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 (88.9%), Hispanic (9.1%), two or more races (0.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 41.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Blissfield Middle School is 14.6. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Blissfield Middle School is $13,683.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Blissfield Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Blissfield Middle School 361st of 897 Michigan public middle schools. (See Blissfield Middle School in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Blissfield Community Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Blissfield Community Schools 277th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Blissfield Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Blissfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 49.42 528th 806 34.5%
2007 58.59 442nd 823 46.3%
2008 57.12 478th 839 43.0%
2009 63.20 391st 847 53.8%
2010 70.27 275th 851 67.7%
2011 63.76 371st 858 56.8%
2012 65.20 285th 900 68.3%
2013 56.41 386th 919 58.0%
2014 75.75 177th 921 80.8%
2015 69.09 232nd 919 74.8%
2016 60.81 316th 894 64.7%
2017 53.55 322nd 821 60.8%
2018 68.21 254th 838 69.7%
2019 54.36 321st 792 59.5%
2021 42.44 357th 675 47.1%
2022 48.13 362nd 776 53.4%
2023 57.51 308th 883 65.1%
2024 53.03 361st 897 59.8%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Blissfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 75.39 29th 199 85.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Blissfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 74.98 131st 815 83.9%
2019 56.27 260th 672 61.3%
2021 69.76 97th 523 81.5%
2022 46.86 350th 691 49.3%
2023 57.38 289th 825 65.0%
2024 58.38 275th 836 67.1%
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Rank History for Female students at Blissfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 73.42 175th 794 78.0%
2019 56.43 252nd 658 61.7%
2021 38.10 316th 521 39.3%
2022 45.71 318th 657 51.6%
2023 54.14 293rd 770 61.9%
2024 49.52 328th 771 57.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Blissfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 58.48 310th 797 61.1%
2019 43.07 341st 639 46.6%
2021 36.80 326th 540 39.6%
2022 41.39 358th 658 45.6%
2023 51.09 323rd 776 58.4%
2024 47.35 379th 786 51.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Blissfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 59.49 91st 266 65.8%
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Rank History for White students at Blissfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.32 284th 678 58.1%
2019 41.89 346th 624 44.6%
2021 37.28 349th 577 39.5%
2022 37.33 386th 638 39.5%
2023 45.35 334th 688 51.5%
2024 39.68 401st 701 42.8%
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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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Enrollment information for Blissfield Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 310 0 2 36 0 n/a n/a 0 348
1989 271 1 1 44 0 n/a n/a 0 317
1990 267 2 2 46 0 n/a n/a 0 317
1991 300 2 3 16 0 n/a n/a 0 321
1992 291 1 2 35 1 n/a n/a 0 330
1993 301 2 2 31 3 n/a n/a 0 339
1994 329 1 0 25 5 n/a n/a 0 360
1995 370 1 0 31 2 n/a n/a 0 404
1996 370 1 0 31 2 n/a n/a 0 404
1997 365 3 0 37 0 n/a n/a 0 405
1998 337 1 0 20 0 n/a n/a 0 358
1999 332 1 0 12 1 n/a n/a 0 346
2000 336 1 1 15 0 n/a n/a 0 353
2001 329 1 2 21 0 n/a n/a 0 353
2002 347 0 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 358
2003 347 0 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 358
2004 346 0 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 357
2005 318 1 1 18 0 n/a n/a 2 340
2006 302 1 1 8 0 n/a n/a 0 312
2007 301 1 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 313
2008 271 n/a 1 9 1 n/a n/a 0 282
2009 274 1 0 10 0 n/a n/a 0 285
2010 257 1 2 16 0 n/a n/a 0 276
2011 272 2 2 25 2 0 0 0 303
2012 262 3 2 35 1 0 1 0 304
2013 262 4 1 30 1 0 7 0 305
2014 266 6 0 18 1 0 4 0 295
2015 278 5 1 14 1 0 3 0 302
2016 270 5 1 20 1 0 1 0 298
2017 266 4 2 27 0 0 2 0 301
2018 255 3 0 29 1 0 2 0 290
2019 260 2 1 35 2 0 4 0 304
2020 238 4 2 33 0 0 3 0 280
2021 223 3 2 25 0 0 3 0 256
2022 210 2 2 23 0 0 2 0 239
2023 214 1 1 23 1 0 2 0 242
2024 224 1 1 23 1 0 2 0 252

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 Blissfield Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 348 n/a n/a n/a
1989 317 n/a n/a 14.2
1990 317 20.0 15.8 15.8
1991 321 n/a n/a n/a
1992 330 n/a n/a 17.9
1993 339 n/a 0.0 18.3
1994 360 16.5 21.8 12.2
1995 404 21.7 18.6 15.8
1996 404 21.7 18.6 15.8
1997 405 20.0 20.3 13.3
1998 358 23.0 15.6 10.1
1999 346 21.0 16.5 12.7
2000 353 20.8 17.0 13.6
2001 353 18.5 19.1 13.6
2002 358 13.6 26.3 17.3
2003 358 13.6 26.3 17.3
2004 357 17.6 20.3 19
2005 340 18.2 18.7 23.1
2006 312 18.3 17.0 27.2
2007 313 15.2 20.6 2.6
2008 282 17.3 16.3 23.8
2009 285 18.8 15.2 30.2
2010 276 17.5 15.7 36.6
2011 303 17.0 17.8 42.6
2012 304 14.5 20.9 33.6
2013 305 14.2 21.4 34.8
2014 295 13.8 21.2 28.8
2015 302 15.0 20.1 35.1
2016 298 15.0 19.8 29.5
2017 301 13.1 22.9 35.2
2018 290 14.1 20.5 37.9
2019 304 16.3 18.5 37.8
2020 280 15.8 17.6 36.8
2021 256 16.2 15.7 33.6
2022 239 15.4 15.4 37.2
2023 242 16.6 14.5 37.6
2024 252 17.2 14.6 41.7

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 Blissfield Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 348 n/a n/a n/a
1989 317 n/a n/a 14.2
1990 317 20.0 15.8 15.8
1991 321 n/a n/a n/a
1992 330 n/a n/a 17.9
1993 339 n/a 0.0 18.3
1994 360 16.5 21.8 12.2
1995 404 21.7 18.6 15.8
1996 404 21.7 18.6 15.8
1997 405 20.0 20.3 13.3
1998 358 23.0 15.6 10.1
1999 346 21.0 16.5 12.7
2000 353 20.8 17.0 13.6
2001 353 18.5 19.1 13.6
2002 358 13.6 26.3 17.3
2003 358 13.6 26.3 17.3
2004 357 17.6 20.3 19
2005 340 18.2 18.7 23.1
2006 312 18.3 17.0 27.2
2007 313 15.2 20.6 2.6
2008 282 17.3 16.3 23.8
2009 285 18.8 15.2 30.2
2010 276 17.5 15.7 36.6
2011 303 17.0 17.8 42.6
2012 304 14.5 20.9 33.6
2013 305 14.2 21.4 34.8
2014 295 13.8 21.2 28.8
2015 302 15.0 20.1 35.1
2016 298 15.0 19.8 29.5
2017 301 13.1 22.9 35.2
2018 290 14.1 20.5 37.9
2019 304 16.3 18.5 37.8
2020 280 15.8 17.6 36.8
2021 256 16.2 15.7 33.6
2022 239 15.4 15.4 37.2
2023 242 16.6 14.5 37.6
2024 252 17.2 14.6 41.7

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 Blissfield Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $374 (4.1%) $8,792 (95.9%) $9,167
2020 $379 (3.7%) $9,875 (96.3%) $10,254
2021 $440 (3.8%) $11,261 (96.2%) $11,700
2022 $786 (6.0%) $12,211 (94.0%) $12,997
2023 $534 (3.9%) $13,150 (96.1%) $13,683

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Blissfield 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 321st of 792 Middle schoolsRanks 308th of 883 Middle schools
 5.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Blissfield Middle School)37.827.6
 10.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Blissfield Community Schools)37.827.6
 10.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)41.737.5
 4.2%
6th Grade Math (Blissfield Middle School)35.728.7
 7%
   6th Grade Math (Blissfield Community Schools)35.728.7
 7%
   6th Grade Math (Michigan)35.129.6
 5.5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Blissfield Middle School)4930.8
 18.2%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Blissfield Community Schools)4930.8
 18.2%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)42.736.9
 5.8%
7th Grade Math (Blissfield Middle School)33.721.8
 11.9%
   7th Grade Math (Blissfield Community Schools)33.721.8
 11.9%
   7th Grade Math (Michigan)35.731
 4.7%
8th Grade Social Studies (Blissfield Middle School)36.849.3
 12.5%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Blissfield Community Schools)36.849.3
 12.5%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)2826.7
 1.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Blissfield Middle School)5962.2
 3.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Blissfield Community Schools)5962.2
 3.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)61.959.7
 2.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (Blissfield Middle School)37.148.6
 11.5%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Blissfield Community Schools)37.148.6
 11.5%
   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 Students304242
 20.4%
African American21
 50%
American Indian21
 50%
Asian11
Hispanic3523
 34.3%
Pacific Islander00
White260214
 17.7%
Two or More Races42
 50%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients37.8%37.6%
 0.2%


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

Blissfield Middle School ranks 361st of 897 Michigan middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 252 students attended Blissfield Middle School.

Students at Blissfield Middle School are 89% White, 9% Hispanic.


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