Serving 695 students in grades 6-8, Tappan 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 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Tappan Middle School serves the southern part of Ann Arbor, MI, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tappan 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
Tappan Middle School's student population of 695 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Tappan 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 Tappan Middle School is 0.68, 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
#382 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
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
15%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)33.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tappan Middle School's ranking?
Tappan Middle School is ranked #382 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tappan Middle School often compared to?
Tappan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarlett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tappan Middle School?
695 students attend Tappan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Tappan Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tappan Middle School?
Tappan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tappan Middle School offer ?
Tappan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tappan Middle School part of?
Tappan Middle School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Tappan Middle School located?
Tappan Middle School is located in the Burns Park neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Burns Park.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Good School nice teachers great after-school programs and athletics.
4 10/10/2025
Most staff are pretty nice, lunches are decent (don't get the fries trust me). The electives choices are cool. One of my favorite parts of the school is the big library. One thing that could use work is lunch staff.
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