Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Whitman Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitman Elementary School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitman Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2818 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
44%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
6%
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
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitman Elementary School's ranking?
Whitman Elementary School is ranked #2818 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Whitman Elementary School?
611 students attend Whitman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Whitman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitman Elementary School?
Whitman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitman Elementary School offer ?
Whitman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Whitman Elementary School part of?
Whitman Elementary School is part of Pontiac City School District.
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