Serving 467 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ida Middle School serves the entire district of Ida, MI, covering an area of approximately 64.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ida Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ida Middle School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Ida Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ida Middle School is 0.14, 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
#1006 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1006 out of 3,025 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ida Middle School?
467 students attend Ida Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ida Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 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 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ida Middle School offer ?
Ida Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ida Middle School part of?
Ida Middle School is part of Ida Public School District.
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