MANCELONA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Mancelona Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Mancelona Public Schools school district, located in MANCELONA, MI with about 327 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 14 teachers, Mancelona Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Mancelona Middle School, located at 112 St. John St. in Mancelona, Michigan, serves as a key educational hub for students in the Antrim County region. As part of the Mancelona Public Schools district, the school focuses on bridging the transition from elementary education to high school, offering a curriculum designed to foster academic growth, social-emotional development, and critical thinking skills during the formative middle school years. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where staff and faculty work to prepare students for the challenges of secondary education through a variety of core subjects and enrichment opportunities.

The school is deeply integrated into the small-town community of Mancelona, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, community-centered public education. By leveraging the resources of the broader Mancelona Schools system, the middle school encourages student participation in extracurricular activities and athletics, helping to build school spirit and community engagement. Families and community members looking for specific updates regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives can find comprehensive information through their official website at [mancelonaschools.org](http://mancelonaschools.org).

For more information, contact Mancelona Middle School at (231) 587-9869 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.