Serving 652 students in grades 6-8, East Grand Rapids Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Grand Rapids Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Grand Rapids Middle School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Grand Rapids Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Grand Rapids Middle School is 0.32, 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
#111 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Grand Rapids Middle School's ranking?
East Grand Rapids Middle School is ranked #111 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Grand Rapids Middle School often compared to?
East Grand Rapids Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wealthy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend East Grand Rapids Middle School?
652 students attend East Grand Rapids Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of East Grand Rapids Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Grand Rapids Middle School?
East Grand Rapids Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Grand Rapids Middle School offer ?
East Grand Rapids Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Grand Rapids Middle School part of?
East Grand Rapids Middle School is part of East Grand Rapids School District.
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