School Overview
Robert L. Nickels Intermediate School, located in Byron Center, Michigan, serves as a key educational bridge within the Byron Center Public Schools district. The school typically focuses on students in the upper elementary and early middle school grades (specifically 5th and 6th grades), providing a transitional environment that helps students move from self-contained elementary classrooms to the more departmentalized structure of middle school. The curriculum is designed to balance core academic excellence in subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science with social-emotional development, ensuring students are prepared for the rigors of secondary education.

The school is well-regarded for its connection to the surrounding Byron Center community and its commitment to the district’s mission of empowering students to achieve their full potential. With a focus on fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, Robert L. Nickels Intermediate emphasizes not only academic growth but also character development and student engagement. Families in the district benefit from a school culture that prioritizes clear communication, parental involvement, and a comprehensive approach to preparing students for the next steps in their academic journey.
702
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
22.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Robert L Nickels Intermediate School
Demographic Student Count
White546
Hispanic67
Black15
Asian35
Two or More39
  • White
    546 (77.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    67 (9.5 %)
  • Two or More
    39 (5.6 %)
  • Asian
    35 (5.0 %)
  • Black
    15 (2.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Byron Center Public Schools
Phone: (616)878-6400
Website: http://www.bcpsk12.net
Grade Range: 3rd - 7th
Total Students: 702
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 148
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 5 360
Grade 6 342

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Robert L Nickels Intermediate School
Grade Student Count
Grade 5360
Grade 6342
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Robert L Nickels Intermediate School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33047%
Male37253%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)