Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Wing Lake Developmental Center ranks in the top 10% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wing Lake Developmental Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wing Lake Developmental Center's student population of 85 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Wing Lake Developmental Center ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wing Lake Developmental Center is 0.61, 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
#249 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wing Lake Developmental Center's ranking?
Wing Lake Developmental Center is ranked #249 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wing Lake Developmental Center?
The graduation rate of Wing Lake Developmental Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wing Lake Developmental Center?
85 students attend Wing Lake Developmental Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wing Lake Developmental Center students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wing Lake Developmental Center?
Wing Lake Developmental Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wing Lake Developmental Center offer ?
Wing Lake Developmental Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wing Lake Developmental Center part of?
Wing Lake Developmental Center is part of Bloomfield Hills Schools.
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