Ypsilanti Community Middle School

235 Spencer Ln
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
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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 (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 456 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 2% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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)
Total Students
456 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2944 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
2%
35%
13%
45%
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Black
59%
18%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

White
10%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
12%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
90%
0.60

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
65.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Joe Pillera

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 456 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 2% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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