Serving 528 students in grades 6-8, Eastern Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastern Middle School serves the north part of Ada, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 27.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eastern Middle School's student population of 528 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Eastern Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Middle School is 0.35, 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
#129 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Middle School is ranked #129 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Eastern Middle School often compared to?
Eastern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Eastern Middle School?
528 students attend Eastern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Eastern Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastern Middle School?
Eastern Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Eastern Middle School offer ?
Eastern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eastern Middle School part of?
Eastern Middle School is part of Forest Hills School District.
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