Woodsedge Learning Center

1501 E Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Woodsedge Learning Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 222 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Woodsedge Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Woodsedge Learning Center's student population of 222 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

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School Rankings

Woodsedge Learning Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodsedge Learning Center is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#412 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data

60-64%
35%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data

55-59%
45%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data

60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Asian
1%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Hispanic
10%
9%

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Black
24%
18%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

White
56%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Two or more races
9%
5%

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All Ethnic Groups
44%
0.62

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

<50%
81.8%
(22-23)
38.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodsedge Learning Center's ranking?
Woodsedge Learning Center is ranked #412 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodsedge Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Woodsedge Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Woodsedge Learning Center?
222 students attend Woodsedge Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Woodsedge Learning Center students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodsedge Learning Center?
Woodsedge Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Woodsedge Learning Center offer ?
Woodsedge Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodsedge Learning Center part of?
Woodsedge Learning Center is part of Kalamazoo RESA School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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