Serving 409 students in grades 3-5, Whitehall Ealy Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitehall Ealy Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitehall Ealy Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitehall Ealy Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#756 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Whitehall Ealy Elementary School's ranking?
Whitehall Ealy Elementary School is ranked #756 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Whitehall Ealy Elementary School?
409 students attend Whitehall Ealy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Whitehall Ealy Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitehall Ealy Elementary School?
Whitehall Ealy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitehall Ealy Elementary School offer ?
Whitehall Ealy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitehall Ealy Elementary School part of?
Whitehall Ealy Elementary School is part of Whitehall District Schools School District.
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