Serving 368 students in grades 5-8, Ef Rittmueller Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ef Rittmueller Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ef Rittmueller Middle School's student population of 368 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Effort Opens Opportunity
School Rankings
Ef Rittmueller Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ef Rittmueller Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#697 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Frankenmuth School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ef Rittmueller Middle School's ranking?
Ef Rittmueller Middle School is ranked #697 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ef Rittmueller Middle School?
368 students attend Ef Rittmueller Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ef Rittmueller Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ef Rittmueller Middle School?
Ef Rittmueller Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ef Rittmueller Middle School offer ?
Ef Rittmueller Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ef Rittmueller Middle School part of?
Ef Rittmueller Middle School is part of Frankenmuth School District.
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