Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wattles Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wattles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wattles Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wattles Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wattles Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#55 out of 2925 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
37%
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
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wattles Elementary School's ranking?
Wattles Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wattles Elementary School often compared to?
Wattles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morse Elementary School, Bemis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Wattles Elementary School?
395 students attend Wattles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Wattles Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wattles Elementary School?
Wattles Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wattles Elementary School offer ?
Wattles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wattles Elementary School part of?
Wattles Elementary School is part of Troy School District.
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