Wilkinson Middle School

26524 John R Rd
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 192 students in grades 6-8, Wilkinson Middle 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wilkinson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Wilkinson Middle School's student population of 192 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
192 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Rankings

Wilkinson Middle 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 Wilkinson Middle School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2718 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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6-9%
36%
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15-19%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
9%
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Black
49%
18%
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White
39%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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0.61
This chart display the diversity score of Wilkinson Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wilkinson Middle School's ranking?
Wilkinson Middle School is ranked #2718 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wilkinson Middle School often compared to?
Wilkinson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clawson Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Wilkinson Middle School?
192 students attend Wilkinson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wilkinson Middle School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkinson Middle School?
Wilkinson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilkinson Middle School offer ?
Wilkinson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wilkinson Middle School part of?
Wilkinson Middle School is part of Madison District Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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