Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wegienka Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wegienka Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wegienka Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wegienka Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1052 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
68%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wegienka Elementary School's ranking?
Wegienka Elementary School is ranked #1052 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Wegienka Elementary School?
481 students attend Wegienka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wegienka Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wegienka Elementary School?
Wegienka Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wegienka Elementary School offer ?
Wegienka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wegienka Elementary School part of?
Wegienka Elementary School is part of Woodhaven-Brownstown School District.
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