Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Maple Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Maple Elementary School serves the west part of Bloomfield Hills, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.6 miles and the furthest edge located 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Maple Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Maple Elementary School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Maple Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Maple Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 23-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 West Maple Elementary School's ranking?
West Maple Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are West Maple Elementary School often compared to?
West Maple Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birmingham Covington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend West Maple Elementary School?
529 students attend West Maple Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Maple Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Maple Elementary School?
West Maple Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Maple Elementary School offer ?
West Maple Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Maple Elementary School part of?
West Maple Elementary School is part of Birmingham School District.
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