Serving 627 students in grades 7-9, Eppler Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eppler Junior High School's student population of 627 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Eppler Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eppler Junior High School is 0.31, 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
#719 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Eppler Junior High School's ranking?
Eppler Junior High School is ranked #719 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Eppler Junior High School often compared to?
Eppler Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby Junior High School, Davis Junior High School, Bemis Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Eppler Junior High School?
627 students attend Eppler Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eppler Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eppler Junior High School?
Eppler Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eppler Junior High School offer ?
Eppler Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eppler Junior High School part of?
Eppler Junior High School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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