Serving 793 students in grades 4-8, Tecumseh Middle School 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 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 13% 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: 4-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tecumseh Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tecumseh Middle School's student population of 793 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tecumseh Middle School 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 Tecumseh Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1158 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tecumseh Middle School's ranking?
Tecumseh Middle School is ranked #1158 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tecumseh Middle School often compared to?
Tecumseh Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building, Prairie Elementary School, Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tecumseh Middle School?
793 students attend Tecumseh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Tecumseh Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tecumseh Middle School?
Tecumseh Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tecumseh Middle School offer ?
Tecumseh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Tecumseh Middle School part of?
Tecumseh Middle School is part of Tecumseh School District.
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