School Overview
East Middle School, located at 1776 3 Mile Road N in Traverse City, Michigan, is a prominent middle-level educational institution within the Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) district. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development characteristic of the middle school years. As part of the larger TCAPS network, the school benefits from district-wide resources, a structured curriculum, and a focus on preparing students for the transition to high school.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, typically offering a variety of core subjects alongside elective opportunities that allow students to explore interests in the arts, technology, and physical education. By maintaining a connection to the broader TCAPS mission, East Middle School strives to support student growth through collaborative learning, extracurricular activities, and community engagement. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or enrollment, the official district website at [TCAPS.net](http://TCAPS.net) serves as the primary hub for administrative resources and school updates.
786
Total Students
37.9
Full-Time Teachers
20.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White689
Hispanic37
Black7
Asian9
Two or More28
American Indian15
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    689 (87.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    37 (4.7 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (3.6 %)
  • American Indian
    15 (1.9 %)
  • Asian
    9 (1.1 %)
  • Black
    7 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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: Traverse City Area Public Schools
Phone: (231)933-7300
Website: http://www.TCAPS.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 786
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 232
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Grade 6 262
Grade 7 237
Grade 8 287

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for East Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6262
Grade 7237
Grade 8287
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for East Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37948.2%
Male40751.8%