Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilcox Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilcox Elementary School serves the southeast part of Holt, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilcox Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Wilcox Elementary 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 Wilcox Elementary School is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#788 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
52%
63%
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilcox Elementary School's ranking?
Wilcox Elementary School is ranked #788 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wilcox Elementary School often compared to?
Wilcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wilcox Elementary School?
413 students attend Wilcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wilcox Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilcox Elementary School?
Wilcox Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wilcox Elementary School offer ?
Wilcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilcox Elementary School part of?
Wilcox Elementary School is part of Holt School District.
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