Wells Township School

38211 County Road 426
Arnold, MI 49819
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wells Township School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 8 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • : Top 30% in MI
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wells Township School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Wells Township School's student population of 8 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Wells Township School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Township School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#810 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
<50%
35%
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
100%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
(22-23)
62.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wells Township School's ranking?
Wells Township School is ranked #810 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wells Township School?
8 students attend Wells Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wells Township School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Township School?
Wells Township School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wells Township School offer ?
Wells Township School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Township School part of?
Wells Township School is part of Wells Township School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 8 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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