Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wexford Montessori Magnet 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 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 13%
- Reading Proficiency: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wexford Montessori Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wexford Montessori Magnet School's student population of 238 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wexford Montessori Magnet School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
34%
18%
White
31%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wexford Montessori Magnet School often compared to?
Wexford Montessori Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riddle Elementary School, Dwight Rich School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Wexford Montessori Magnet School?
238 students attend Wexford Montessori Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Wexford Montessori Magnet School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wexford Montessori Magnet School?
Wexford Montessori Magnet School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wexford Montessori Magnet School offer ?
Wexford Montessori Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wexford Montessori Magnet School part of?
Wexford Montessori Magnet School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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