Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walkerwinter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walkerwinter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walkerwinter Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walkerwinter Elementary School 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 Walkerwinter Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#1558 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
27%
18%
White
60%
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
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkerwinter Elementary School's ranking?
Walkerwinter Elementary School is ranked #1558 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walkerwinter Elementary School often compared to?
Walkerwinter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pd Graham Elementary School, Wildwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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).
How many students attend Walkerwinter Elementary School?
346 students attend Walkerwinter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Walkerwinter Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walkerwinter Elementary School?
Walkerwinter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walkerwinter Elementary School offer ?
Walkerwinter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walkerwinter Elementary School part of?
Walkerwinter Elementary School is part of Wayne-Westland Community School District.
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