Eastpointe Middle School vs South Lake Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastpointe Middle School
Eastpointe · Public middle · Grades 6–7
295 students
South Lake Middle School
Saint Clair Shores · Public middle · Grades 6–8
309 students
| Measure | Eastpointe Middle School Eastpointe, Michigan | South Lake Middle School Saint Clair Shores, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #482 of 485 | #414 of 485 |
| National rank | #15180 of 15,369 | #13149 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 295 | 309 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 309 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.9% | 59.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 15% |
| city | Eastpointe | Saint Clair Shores |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Lake Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 8.8).
- •South Lake Middle School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 8%).
- •South Lake Middle School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 19%).
- •South Lake Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.9% vs 92.9%).
- •South Lake Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 18.4).
- •South Lake Middle School is the larger school with 309 students compared with 295.
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 Eastpointe Middle School better than South Lake Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Lake Middle School ranks higher (23.4 vs 8.8 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 Eastpointe Middle School and South Lake Middle School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Eastpointe and Saint Clair Shores in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastpointe Middle School: 295. South Lake Middle School: 309. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastpointe Middle School and South Lake Middle School rank in Michigan?
Eastpointe Middle School is 482nd of 485 and South Lake Middle School is 414th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).