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Emerson Middle School

Middle School · Livonia Public Schools School District

29100 WEST CHICAGO ST, Livonia, MI 48150

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,264 of 3,192

In Livonia

#24 of 28

public schools

In district

#23 of 24

Livonia Public Schools School District

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Emerson Middle School

5.4/10

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

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About Emerson Middle School

Emerson Middle School is a public middle school in Livonia, MI, part of Livonia Public Schools School District. Emerson Middle School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,264 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Emerson Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Emerson Middle School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Emerson Middle School is located at 29100 W Chicago in Livonia, Michigan, and is part of the Livonia Public Schools district 1 . The school's administration includes Principal Brian Jensen and Assistant Principal Eoghann Stephens 1 . The institution's mission is to provide an emotionally and physically safe environment that fosters learning and prepares students for life's challenges 1 . Operational hours for the 2025-2026 school year include office hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with full student days running from 8:00 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. 1 . The school offers various extracurricular activities, including track practice and meets, as well as an eighth-grade trip to Washington, D.C. 1 . Additionally, the school participates in district-wide initiatives such as summer sports camps and kindergarten registration for incoming students 1 .
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  1. emerson.livoniapublicschools.org
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How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Emerson Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,860
Chronic Absenteeism35.8%

Emerson Middle School — Students at Emerson Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.2% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 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
86%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
46.1%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Emerson Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in MI
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.8%

Location

29100 WEST CHICAGO ST, Livonia, MI 48150

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emerson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cooper Upper Elementary School (rated 4.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Westland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary (rated 3.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Westland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Livonia, see our Livonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary Westland 0.7 mi 3.7
Cleveland Elementary School Livonia 0.6 mi 5.6
Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Liv Livonia 0.7 mi
Cooper Upper Elementary School Westland 0.9 mi 4.7
Universal Learning Academy Westland 0.9 mi 4.6
Franklin High School Livonia 0.9 mi 7.3
Westfield Charter Academy Redford 1.0 mi 7.0
PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Livonia 1.1 mi 6.6
Hayes Elementary School Westland 1.4 mi 6.3
Thomas Jefferson Elem School Redford 1.4 mi 5.8
Cambridge Alternative High School Garden City 1.9 mi 4.8
Garden City High School Garden City 1.9 mi 6.6
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redford 1.5 mi
DREAMY ISLAMIC ACADEMY Dearborn Heights 1.9 mi 7.2
American Montessori Academy Elementary Livonia 2.1 mi 8.0
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus Garden City 2.0 mi 7.0
Grant Elementary School Livonia 1.6 mi 7.5
Roosevelt Elementary School Livonia 2.0 mi 7.5
ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livonia 1.7 mi 6.1
Lee M Thurston High School Redford 2.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,058

Median Home Value

$228,600

Median Rent

$1,328/mo

Population

26,749

College Educated

35.8%

Homeownership

88.6%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emerson Middle School

What grades does Emerson Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Emerson Middle School?

Emerson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Emerson Middle School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Emerson Middle School rank in MI?

Emerson Middle School ranks #2,264 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Emerson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emerson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Emerson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerson Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Emerson Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Emerson Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

49.6% of students at Emerson 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.8%

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