East Middle School vs Pioneer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 310 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Middle School
Traverse City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
829 students
Pioneer Middle School
Plymouth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
827 students
| Measure | East Middle School Traverse City, Michigan | Pioneer Middle School Plymouth, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #131 of 485 | #59 of 485 |
| National rank | #4858 of 15,369 | #2411 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 829 | 827 |
| Enrollment | 829 | 827 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.4% | 16.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 64% |
| city | Traverse City | Plymouth |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.7 vs 62.8).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 49%).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 62%).
- •Pioneer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.3% vs 30.4%).
- •East Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 20.7).
- •East Middle School is the larger school with 829 students compared with 827.
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 Pioneer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Middle School ranks higher (74.7 vs 62.8 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 Pioneer Middle School?
About 310 km in a straight line, between Traverse City and Plymouth in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Middle School: 829. Pioneer Middle School: 827. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Middle School and Pioneer Middle School rank in Michigan?
East Middle School is 131st of 485 and Pioneer Middle School is 59th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).