Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walkerwinter 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 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walkerwinter Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Great Futures Start Right Here in Wayne-Westland Community Schools!
School Rankings
Walkerwinter 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 Walkerwinter Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1839 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
34%
18%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 #1839 out of 3,025 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
377 students attend Walkerwinter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Walkerwinter Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walkerwinter Elementary School offer ?
Walkerwinter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walkerwinter Elementary School part of?
Walkerwinter Elementary School is part of Wayne-Westland Community School District.
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