Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
9%
Black
23%
18%
White
26%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oriole Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
484 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Wyoming Public Schools School District.
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