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#1165 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 37% in state

Unis Middle School

Middle School · Dearborn City School District

7801 MAPLE ST, Dearborn, MI 48126

Enrollment

511

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,165 of 3,192

In Dearborn

#19 of 39

public schools

In district

#19 of 36

Dearborn City School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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6.8/10

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

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About Unis Middle School

Unis Middle School is a public middle school in Dearborn, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. Unis Middle School serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Unis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,165 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Unis Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Unis 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 Progress6.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,437
Chronic Absenteeism42.3%

Unis Middle School — Students at Unis Middle School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 42.9% (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
76%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
23.8%
ELA
34%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Unis Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
64th percentile in MI
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

Location

7801 MAPLE ST, Dearborn, MI 48126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Unis Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lowrey Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Woodworth Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
McCollough Elementary School Dearborn 0.0 mi 7.0
INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit 0.2 mi 6.7
Oakman Elementary School Dearborn 0.4 mi 7.3
Lowrey Middle School Dearborn 0.8 mi 6.7
Lowrey Elementary School Dearborn 0.8 mi 7.3
Riverside Academy West Campus Dearborn 0.9 mi 7.1
Maples Elementary School Dearborn 0.8 mi 7.2
Riverside Academy Dearborn 0.8 mi 5.4
Iris Becker Elementary School Dearborn 0.9 mi 6.4
Fordson High School Dearborn 1.3 mi 7.8
TOT TOWN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Detroit 1.1 mi
GREAT REVELATIONS ACADEMY Dearborn 1.2 mi 6.9
William Ford Elementary School Dearborn 1.4 mi 6.7
McDonald Elementary School Dearborn 1.1 mi 6.0
Gardner Elementary School Detroit 1.3 mi 6.1
Academy for Business and Technology Elementary Dearborn 1.6 mi 2.4
Detroit Premier Academy Detroit 1.3 mi 3.7
Mackenzie ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.5 mi 5.7
Woodworth Middle School Dearborn 1.9 mi 5.7
Henderson Academy Detroit 1.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,353

Median Home Value

$200,600

Median Rent

$1,222/mo

Population

52,075

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

35.6%

Median Age

28.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Unis Middle School

What grades does Unis Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Unis Middle School?

Unis Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Unis Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Unis Middle School rank in MI?

Unis Middle School ranks #1,165 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Unis Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Unis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Unis Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Unis Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Unis Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Unis Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

91.4% of students at Unis 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
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

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