Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wood Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wood Creek Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wood Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood Creek Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1754 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Wood Creek Elementary School is ranked #1754 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wood Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Wood Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmington Steam Academy, Longacre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wood Creek Elementary School?
434 students attend Wood Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wood Creek Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wood Creek Elementary School?
Wood Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wood Creek Elementary School offer ?
Wood Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wood Creek Elementary School part of?
Wood Creek Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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