Serving 456 students in grades 5-8, Ypsilanti Community 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 2% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ypsilanti Community Middle School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Ypsilanti Community 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 Ypsilanti Community Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2944 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
59%
18%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ypsilanti Community Middle School's ranking?
Ypsilanti Community Middle School is ranked #2944 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ypsilanti Community Middle School often compared to?
Ypsilanti Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huron High School, Arbor Preparatory High School, Washtenaw International Middle Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ypsilanti Community Middle School?
456 students attend Ypsilanti Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ypsilanti Community Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ypsilanti Community Middle School?
Ypsilanti Community Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ypsilanti Community Middle School offer ?
Ypsilanti Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ypsilanti Community Middle School part of?
Ypsilanti Community Middle School is part of Ypsilanti Community Schools.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I went here, I was the Class of 1981 when it was Willow Run High School. Say what you want, but I went on to get a BS from Eastern Michigan University and a MS from Wayne State University. So if you''re currently enrolled here, go the distance and don''t give up.
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