HOUGHTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Houghton Lake Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Houghton Lake Community Schools school district, located in HOUGHTON LAKE, MI with about 370 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 7th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Houghton Lake Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Houghton Lake Middle School, located at 4441 West Houghton Lake Drive in Houghton Lake, Michigan, serves as a key educational hub for students in the Houghton Lake Community Schools district. Situated in a region known for its strong sense of community and connection to the outdoors, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The facility is designed to support the academic, social, and emotional development of students during their formative middle school years, typically serving grades 6 through 8.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school aims to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation in extracurricular activities. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, Houghton Lake Middle School strives to prepare its students for future success, emphasizing both academic achievement and the development of character-building skills. The school remains an integral part of the Houghton Lake area, reflecting the values and needs of the local families it serves.

For more information, contact Houghton Lake Middle School at (989) 366-2016 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.