East Middle School vs Johnson Upper Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Middle School
Plymouth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
725 students
Johnson Upper Elementary School
Westland · Public middle · Grades 4–6
503 students
| Measure | East Middle School Plymouth, Michigan | Johnson Upper Elementary School Westland, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 485 | #145 of 485 |
| National rank | #1739 of 15,369 | #5161 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 725 | 503 |
| Enrollment | 725 | 503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.1% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 42% |
| city | Plymouth | Westland |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.4 vs 61.4).
- •East Middle School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 42%).
- •East Middle School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 52%).
- •East Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.1% vs 28%).
- •Johnson Upper Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 20.1).
- •East Middle School is the larger school with 725 students compared with 503.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is East Middle School better than Johnson Upper Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), East Middle School ranks higher (78.4 vs 61.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are East Middle School and Johnson Upper Elementary School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Westland in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Middle School: 725. Johnson Upper Elementary School: 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Middle School and Johnson Upper Elementary School rank in Michigan?
East Middle School is 34th of 485 and Johnson Upper Elementary School is 145th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).