Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eastside Connections School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastside Connections School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastside Connections School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside Connections School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#945 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
70%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Connections School's ranking?
Eastside Connections School is ranked #945 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Eastside Connections School often compared to?
Eastside Connections Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berrien Springs Middle School, Ballard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Eastside Connections School?
409 students attend Eastside Connections School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Eastside Connections School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastside Connections School?
Eastside Connections School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastside Connections School offer ?
Eastside Connections School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Connections School part of?
Eastside Connections School is part of Niles Community Schools School District.
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