Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wayne 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wayne Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayne Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Elementary School is 0.00, which is less 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
#2675 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Elementary School is ranked #2675 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wayne Elementary School often compared to?
Wayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Detroit Of Arts And Sciences, Daly School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Wayne Elementary School?
265 students attend Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wayne Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Elementary School?
Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wayne Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Elementary School part of?
Wayne Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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