Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Milwood Elementary School 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 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milwood Elementary School serves the eastern part of Kalamazoo, MI, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwood Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Milwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2397 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
34%
18%
White
37%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwood Elementary School's ranking?
Milwood Elementary School is ranked #2397 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Milwood Elementary School often compared to?
Milwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Milwood Elementary School?
362 students attend Milwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Milwood Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwood Elementary School?
Milwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Milwood Elementary School offer ?
Milwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwood Elementary School part of?
Milwood Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwood Elementary School located?
Milwood Elementary School is located in the Milwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Milwood.
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