FORSYTHE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Forsythe Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Ann Arbor Public Schools school district, located in ANN ARBOR, MI with about 698 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, Forsythe Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Forsythe Middle School, located on Newport Road in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a prominent part of the Ann Arbor Public Schools district. Serving students in the northern/western portion of the district, the school is known for fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic preparation with social-emotional development. Its curriculum is designed to challenge middle-school-aged learners while preparing them for the transition to high school, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, collaborative learning, and core subjects like mathematics, science, and the humanities.

Beyond academics, Forsythe is recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture, which includes a wide variety of clubs, competitive athletic teams, and robust music and arts programs. The school prides itself on a diverse student body and a commitment to community engagement, often encouraging students to take an active role in their learning environment. As part of the larger Ann Arbor Public Schools network, Forsythe benefits from the district's extensive resources, professional teaching staff, and a long-standing reputation for maintaining high educational standards within the state.

For more information, contact Forsythe Middle School at (734) 994-1985 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1655 NEWPORT RD
ANN ARBOR, MI 48103-2321
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FORSYTHE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in ANN ARBOR, MI with about 698 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
698
Teachers:
37.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 698 students

White
62.9%
Two or more races
11.7%
Black or African American
11.6%
Hispanic/Latino
6.9%
Asian
6.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.