Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Webb 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Webb Elementary School serves a central area in Ferndale, MI, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Webb Elementary School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Webb 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 Webb Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2438 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webb Elementary School's ranking?
Webb Elementary School is ranked #2438 out of 3,025 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Webb Elementary School?
328 students attend Webb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Webb Elementary School students are Black, 46% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webb Elementary School?
Webb Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Webb Elementary School offer ?
Webb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webb Elementary School part of?
Webb Elementary School is part of Hazel Park School District Of The City Of.
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