Serving 453 students in grades 5-8, Ida Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ida Middle School's student population of 453 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ida Middle 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 Ida Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1308 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Ida Middle School's ranking?
Ida Middle School is ranked #1308 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ida Middle School often compared to?
Ida Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Middle School, Monroe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Ida Middle School?
453 students attend Ida Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ida Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ida Middle School?
Ida Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ida Middle School offer ?
Ida Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ida Middle School part of?
Ida Middle School is part of Ida Public School District.
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