Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Washingtonparks Academy 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washingtonparks Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washingtonparks Academy's student population of 604 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washingtonparks Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washingtonparks Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2898 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Washingtonparks Academy's ranking?
Washingtonparks Academy is ranked #2898 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Washingtonparks Academy?
604 students attend Washingtonparks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Washingtonparks Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washingtonparks Academy?
Washingtonparks Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washingtonparks Academy offer ?
Washingtonparks Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Washingtonparks Academy part of?
Washingtonparks Academy is part of Washington-Parks Academy School District.
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