Serving 635 students in grades 6-8, Forsythe Middle 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 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Forsythe Middle School serves the northwest part of Ann Arbor, MI, covering an area of approximately 28.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forsythe 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
Forsythe Middle School's student population of 635 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
635 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Forsythe Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forsythe Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#381 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forsythe Middle School's ranking?
Forsythe Middle School is ranked #381 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Forsythe Middle School often compared to?
Forsythe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tappan Middle School, Slauson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Forsythe Middle School?
635 students attend Forsythe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Forsythe Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forsythe Middle School?
Forsythe Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Forsythe Middle School offer ?
Forsythe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forsythe Middle School part of?
Forsythe Middle School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Forsythe Middle School located?
Forsythe Middle School is located in the Wines neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Wines.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Poor experience as a student ~10 years ago.
5 10/10/2025
This school it really fun and you learn a ton in every class
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