Serving 417 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Simpson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Simpson Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Flat Rock, MI school district, encompassing approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Simpson Middle School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Thomas Simpson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Simpson Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1818 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
83%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Simpson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Simpson Middle School is ranked #1818 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thomas Simpson Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Simpson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shumate Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thomas Simpson Middle School?
417 students attend Thomas Simpson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Thomas Simpson Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Simpson Middle School?
Thomas Simpson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thomas Simpson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Simpson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Simpson Middle School part of?
Thomas Simpson Middle School is part of Flat Rock Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Simpson Middle School located?
Thomas Simpson Middle School is located in the Education Center neighborhood of Flat Rock, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Education Center.
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