Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Tappan Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tappan 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
Diversity
School Overview
Tappan Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tappan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tappan Middle School is 0.66, 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
#343 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
54%
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
25%
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 Tappan Middle School's ranking?
Tappan Middle School is ranked #343 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tappan Middle School often compared to?
Tappan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarlett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tappan Middle School?
680 students attend Tappan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Tappan Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tappan Middle School?
Tappan Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tappan Middle School offer ?
Tappan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tappan Middle School part of?
Tappan Middle School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Tappan Middle School located?
Tappan Middle School is located in the Burns Park neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Burns Park.
School Reviews
4 5/17/2021
Most staff are pretty nice, lunches are decent (don't get the fries trust me). The electives choices are cool. One of my favorite parts of the school is the big library. One thing that could use work is lunch staff.
5 1/20/2020
Good School nice teachers great after-school programs and athletics.
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