Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-3, West Godwin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Godwin Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
HOME OF THE FIGHTING WOLVERINES
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Godwin Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
57%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
13%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Godwin Elementary School often compared to?
West Godwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandville South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend West Godwin Elementary School?
393 students attend West Godwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Godwin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Godwin Elementary School?
West Godwin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Godwin Elementary School offer ?
West Godwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Godwin Elementary School part of?
West Godwin Elementary School is part of Godwin Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is West Godwin Elementary School located?
West Godwin Elementary School is located in the Clyde Park neighborhood of Wyoming, MI.
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