Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eastside Connections School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside Connections School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eastside Connections School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Eastside Connections School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside Connections School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Connections School's ranking?
Eastside Connections School is ranked #482 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Eastside Connections School often compared to?
Eastside Connections Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Eastside Connections School?
430 students attend Eastside Connections School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Eastside Connections School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastside Connections School?
Eastside Connections School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eastside Connections School part of?
Eastside Connections School is part of Niles Community Schools School District.
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