Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wass Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wass Elementary School's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Wass Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wass Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wass Elementary School's ranking?
Wass Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wass Elementary School often compared to?
Wass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schroeder Elementary School, Troy Union Elementary School, Bemis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wass Elementary School?
431 students attend Wass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wass Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wass Elementary School?
Wass Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wass Elementary School offer ?
Wass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wass Elementary School part of?
Wass Elementary School is part of Troy School District.
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