Gaylord Middle School

Gaylord Community Schools
600 E 5TH ST
GAYLORD, MI 49735
435 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Gaylord Middle School, located at 600 East 5th St in Gaylord, Michigan, serves as a key educational hub for the local community as part of the Gaylord Community Schools district. The school is dedicated to supporting the developmental and academic needs of students in the middle grades, providing a structured environment that bridges the transition between elementary and high school. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students for future academic success while fostering social and emotional growth.

Beyond the classroom, Gaylord Middle School emphasizes a community-oriented approach to education, encouraging student involvement in various extracurricular activities and programs. The school's resources and staff are committed to the district's broader mission of excellence, ensuring that students have access to the tools necessary for modern learning. For parents and community members interested in more specific details regarding school policies, calendars, or athletic programs, the official website at [www.gaylordschools.com](http://www.gaylordschools.com) serves as the primary resource for up-to-date information.
435
Total Students
22.2
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    391 (89.9%)
  • Two or More
    22 (5.1%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (3.0%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.4%)
  • Black
    2 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Gaylord Community Schools
Phone: (989)731-0848
Website: http://www.gaylordschools.com
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 435
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 211
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 225
Grade 8 210
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Gaylord Intermediate School
Gaylord Community Schools
632 Students
240 E 4TH ST
GAYLORD, MI 49735 (0.4 miles away)
Middle School 4th - 6th