Serving 829 students in grades 6-8, East Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Middle School serves the eastern part of Traverse City, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 159.5 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 7.9 miles, while the furthest point reaches up to 19.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Middle School's student population of 829 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
829 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#717 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Middle School's ranking?
East Middle School is ranked #717 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Middle School often compared to?
East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend East Middle School?
829 students attend East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Middle School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Middle School?
East Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Middle School offer ?
East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Middle School part of?
East Middle School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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