Serving 469 students in grades 4-5, Herbison Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Herbison Woods Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dewitt, MI, encompassing approximately 18.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbison Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Herbison Woods Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Herbison Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbison Woods Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#555 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbison Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Herbison Woods Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Herbison Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Herbison Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewitt Middle School, Cumberland School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Herbison Woods Elementary School?
469 students attend Herbison Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Herbison Woods Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbison Woods Elementary School?
Herbison Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Herbison Woods Elementary School offer ?
Herbison Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbison Woods Elementary School part of?
Herbison Woods Elementary School is part of DeWitt School District.
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