Serving 180 students in grades 6-8, Tomlinson 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tomlinson Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Inkster, MI, covering approximately 4.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tomlinson Middle School's student population of 180 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to prepare students to succeed in a competitive society.
School Rankings
Tomlinson 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 Tomlinson Middle School is 0.41, 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
#2751 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
75%
18%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomlinson Middle School's ranking?
Tomlinson Middle School is ranked #2751 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tomlinson Middle School?
180 students attend Tomlinson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Tomlinson Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tomlinson Middle School?
Tomlinson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tomlinson Middle School offer ?
Tomlinson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tomlinson Middle School part of?
Tomlinson Middle School is part of Westwood Community School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is terrible ! The staff is incompetent. The children aren't allowed to bring their books home to study because the teachers think they won't return them !!
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