Middle School East

30300 Hickey Rd
New Baltimore, MI 48051
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, Middle School East ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 618 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Middle School East's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
618 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Middle School East ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School East is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1405 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
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33%
34%
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48%
45%
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40-44%
38%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
7%
9%
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Black
12%
18%
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White
74%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.43
This chart displays the diversity score of Middle School East and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Middle School East's ranking?
Middle School East is ranked #1405 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Middle School East?
618 students attend Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Middle School East students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School East?
Middle School East has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middle School East offer ?
Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middle School East part of?
Middle School East is part of L'anse Creuse School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 618 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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