Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, Walnut Creek 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 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Walnut Creek Middle School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek Middle School is 0.41, 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
#922 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Walnut Creek Middle School's ranking?
Walnut Creek Middle School is ranked #922 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walnut Creek Middle School often compared to?
Walnut Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifford H Smart Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Walnut Creek Middle School?
645 students attend Walnut Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Walnut Creek Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Creek Middle School?
Walnut Creek Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walnut Creek Middle School offer ?
Walnut Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Creek Middle School part of?
Walnut Creek Middle School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
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