Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winchell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winchell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Winchell Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Winchell Elementary School is 0.60, 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)62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
58%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Winchell Elementary School?
474 students attend Winchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Winchell Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winchell Elementary School?
Winchell Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winchell Elementary School offer ?
Winchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Winchell Elementary School part of?
Winchell Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Winchell Elementary School located?
Winchell Elementary School is located in the Oakland And Winchell neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI.
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