Serving 479 students in grades 5-8, Ida 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 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ida Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ida Middle School's student population of 479 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ida 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 Ida Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
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 Ida Middle School's ranking?
Ida Middle School is ranked #1078 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ida Middle School often compared to?
Ida Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Middle School, Monroe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ida Middle School?
479 students attend Ida Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ida Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ida Middle School?
Ida Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ida Middle School offer ?
Ida Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ida Middle School part of?
Ida Middle School is part of Ida Public School District.
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