Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Writers 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Writers Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Writers Academy's student population of 210 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Writers Academy is 0.59, 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)6-9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
61%
18%
White
13%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 schools are Washington Writers Academy often compared to?
Washington Writers Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Washington Writers Academy?
210 students attend Washington Writers Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Washington Writers Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Writers Academy?
Washington Writers Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Writers Academy offer ?
Washington Writers Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Writers Academy part of?
Washington Writers Academy is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Writers Academy located?
Washington Writers Academy is located in the Edison neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI.
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