Serving 404 students in grades 5-6, East Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Intermediate School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
East Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Intermediate School is 0.76, which is more 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
#2383 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Intermediate School's ranking?
East Intermediate School is ranked #2383 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend East Intermediate School?
404 students attend East Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of East Intermediate School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Intermediate School?
East Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Intermediate School offer ?
East Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Intermediate School part of?
East Intermediate School is part of Waverly Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is East Intermediate School located?
East Intermediate School is located in the West Lansing neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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