Eastern Middle School vs Ferndale Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 204 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastern Middle School
Ada · Public middle · Grades 6–8
528 students
Ferndale Middle School
Ferndale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
528 students
| Measure | Eastern Middle School Ada, Michigan | Ferndale Middle School Ferndale, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #17 of 485 | #358 of 485 |
| National rank | #1171 of 15,369 | #11122 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 528 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.3% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 23% |
| city | Ada | Ferndale |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eastern Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.0 vs 33.8).
- •Eastern Middle School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 23%).
- •Eastern Middle School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 37%).
- •Eastern Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.3% vs 45.8%).
- •Ferndale Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 18.2).
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 Eastern Middle School better than Ferndale Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Eastern Middle School ranks higher (82.0 vs 33.8 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 Eastern Middle School and Ferndale Middle School?
About 204 km in a straight line, between Ada and Ferndale in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastern Middle School: 528. Ferndale Middle School: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastern Middle School and Ferndale Middle School rank in Michigan?
Eastern Middle School is 17th of 485 and Ferndale Middle School is 358th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).