School Overview
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.
578
Total Students
39.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Forsythe Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White357
Hispanic44
Black67
Asian45
Two or More62
American Indian3
  • White
    357 (61.8 %)
  • Black
    67 (11.6 %)
  • Two or More
    62 (10.7 %)
  • Asian
    45 (7.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    44 (7.6 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ann Arbor Public Schools
Phone: (734)994-1985
Website: http://www.aaps.k12.mi.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 578
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 147
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Grade 6 202
Grade 7 180
Grade 8 196

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Forsythe Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6202
Grade 7180
Grade 8196
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Forsythe Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29250.5%
Male28649.5%