Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Will L Lee School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Will L Lee School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Will L Lee School's student population of 452 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Will L Lee School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Will L Lee School is 0.17, which is less 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
#981 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will L Lee School's ranking?
Will L Lee School is ranked #981 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Will L Lee School often compared to?
Will L Lee Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orville C Krause Elementary School, Merritt Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Will L Lee School?
452 students attend Will L Lee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Will L Lee School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Will L Lee School?
Will L Lee School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Will L Lee School offer ?
Will L Lee School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Will L Lee School part of?
Will L Lee School is part of Richmond Community Schools School District.
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