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#229 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 7% in state

East Middle School

Middle School · Plymouth-Canton Community Schools

1042 SOUTH MILL ST, Plymouth, MI 48170

Enrollment

678

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#229 of 3,192

In Plymouth

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 24

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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East Middle School

8.3/10

Middle School in Plymouth · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Plymouth Christian Academy

6.7/10

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About East Middle School

East Middle School is a public middle school in Plymouth, MI, part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools. East Middle School serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for East Middle School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+43.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+37.8 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,114
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

East Middle School — Students at East Middle School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2022
Math
72.1%
ELA
75.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How East Middle School Compares

See how East Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
93th percentile in MI
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Location

1042 SOUTH MILL ST, Plymouth, MI 48170

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PCCS Middle Virtual Academy (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Pioneer Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Canton 0.8 mi 6.7
PCCS Elementary Virtual Academy Plymouth 0.7 mi
PCCS Middle Virtual Academy Plymouth 0.7 mi 9.5
STEPPINGSTONE SCHOOL Plymouth 0.9 mi
Smith Elementary School Plymouth 0.7 mi 8.7
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Plymouth 1.0 mi 4.8
Hulsing Elementary School Canton 1.2 mi 4.4
ROOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Plymouth 1.0 mi 6.4
West Middle School Plymouth 1.2 mi 7.3
Bird Elementary School Plymouth 1.2 mi 7.6
Gallimore Elementary School Canton 1.4 mi 9.8
Isbister Elementary School Plymouth 1.4 mi 8.1
PLYMOUTH-CANTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton 1.6 mi
SHAJARA TAYYIBA SCHOOL Canton 1.9 mi 7.9
Starkweather Academy Fiegel Plymouth 1.6 mi 4.8
Farrand Elementary School Plymouth 2.0 mi 8.0
NEW MORNING SCHOOL Plymouth 2.0 mi 6.8
Pioneer Middle School Plymouth 1.7 mi 6.7
Canton High School Canton 1.9 mi 8.6
Miller Elementary School Canton 2.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,442

Median Home Value

$400,800

Median Rent

$1,114/mo

Population

40,573

College Educated

59%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

45.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Middle School

What grades does East Middle School serve?

East Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend East Middle School?

East Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Middle School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Middle School rank in MI?

East Middle School ranks #229 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is East Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Middle School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Middle School a charter school?

No, East Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Middle School a Title I school?

No, East Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Middle School?

18.9% of students at East Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

District

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
District Enrollment
16,228
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,114
District Rank
#8 of 24

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