Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy

248 9th St
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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Bottom 50%
Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mildred C Wells Preparatory 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy's student population of 215 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

School Rankings

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
34%
6-9%
45%
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
1%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?
215 students attend Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?
Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy offer ?
Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy part of?
Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is part of Mildred C. Wells Preparatory Academy School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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