Serving 553 students in grades 6-8, Boyd W Arthurs Middle School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Boyd W Arthurs Middle School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
We Inspire Students Today for Their Success Tomorrow
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyd W Arthurs Middle School is 0.29, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1019 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Boyd W Arthurs Middle School's ranking?
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School is ranked #1019 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Boyd W Arthurs Middle School often compared to?
Boyd W Arthurs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shumate Middle School, Allen Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Boyd W Arthurs Middle School?
553 students attend Boyd W Arthurs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Boyd W Arthurs Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd W Arthurs Middle School?
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boyd W Arthurs Middle School offer ?
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyd W Arthurs Middle School part of?
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School is part of Trenton Public Schools.
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