Serving 399 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Simpson Middle School's student population of 399 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Simpson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Simpson Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1935 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1935 out of 2,925 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Thomas Simpson Middle School?
399 students attend Thomas Simpson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Thomas Simpson Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas Simpson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Simpson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Simpson Middle School part of?
Thomas Simpson Middle School is part of Flat Rock Community Schools School District.
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