Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Grand Blanc Middle School East ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Blanc Middle School East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Blanc Middle School East's student population of 866 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grand Blanc Middle School East ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Blanc Middle School East is 0.57, which is more 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
#696 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
63%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Blanc Middle School East's ranking?
Grand Blanc Middle School East is ranked #696 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand Blanc Middle School East often compared to?
Grand Blanc Middle School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Blanc Middle School West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grand Blanc Middle School East?
866 students attend Grand Blanc Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Grand Blanc Middle School East students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Blanc Middle School East?
Grand Blanc Middle School East has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Blanc Middle School East offer ?
Grand Blanc Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Blanc Middle School East part of?
Grand Blanc Middle School East is part of Grand Blanc Community Schools School District.
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