James R Geisler Middle School

46720 W PONTIAC TRL
COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI 48390

www.wlcsd.org

562 Students

Middle School 6th - 10th

School Overview

James R. Geisler Middle School, located in Commerce Township, Michigan, is a prominent school within the Walled Lake Consolidated School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that bridges the transition between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. As part of a large and well-regarded district, Geisler Middle School emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with opportunities for elective exploration, technology integration, and personal development.

Beyond academics, the school fosters a vibrant community culture that encourages student involvement in athletics, clubs, and extracurricular activities. By promoting values of character, collaboration, and academic excellence, Geisler Middle School aims to prepare its students for future success in the Walled Lake school system and beyond. Its location in Commerce Township allows it to serve a diverse suburban population, maintaining strong partnerships with families and the local community to support student growth and achievement.

562

Total Students

27.8

Full-Time Teachers

20.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

44.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James R Geisler Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	286
Hispanic	52
Black	104
Asian	79
Two or More	37
Pacific Islander	4

White
286 (50.9 %)
Black
104 (18.5 %)
Asian
79 (14.1 %)
Hispanic
52 (9.3 %)
Two or More
37 (6.6 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
Phone:	(248)956-2900
Website:	http://www.wlcsd.org
Grade Range:	6th - 10th
Total Students:	562
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	226
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	22

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 188

Grade 7 177

Grade 8 196

Grade 10 1