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.
829
Total Students
41.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White723
Hispanic33
Black25
Asian16
American Indian29
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    723 (87.2%)
  • Hispanic
    33 (4.0%)
  • American Indian
    29 (3.5%)
  • Black
    25 (3.0%)
  • Asian
    16 (1.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.4%)
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: 829
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 232
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Grade 6 274
Grade 7 263
Grade 8 292

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for East Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6274
Grade 7263
Grade 8292
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for East Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40649%
Male42351%