Waldron Learning Center

214 Bishop Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Waldron Learning Center 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 282 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Waldron Learning Center's student population of 282 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

School Rankings

Waldron Learning Center 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 Waldron Learning Center is 0.22, 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)
#1858 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
34%
35-39%
45%
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waldron Learning Center's ranking?
Waldron Learning Center is ranked #1858 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waldron Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Waldron Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Waldron Learning Center?
282 students attend Waldron Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waldron Learning Center students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waldron Learning Center?
Waldron Learning Center has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waldron Learning Center offer ?
Waldron Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waldron Learning Center part of?
Waldron Learning Center is part of Branch Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 282 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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