Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Utica 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Utica Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Utica Elementary School's student population of 484 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Utica Elementary School 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 West Utica Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2073 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
57%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Utica Elementary School's ranking?
West Utica Elementary School is ranked #2073 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend West Utica Elementary School?
484 students attend West Utica Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Utica Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Utica Elementary School?
West Utica Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Utica Elementary School offer ?
West Utica Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Utica Elementary School part of?
West Utica Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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