Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Milwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Milwood Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Milwood Elementary School is 0.75, 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)17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
31%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Milwood Elementary School often compared to?
Milwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Milwood Elementary School?
385 students attend Milwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Milwood Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwood Elementary School?
Milwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Milwood Elementary School offer ?
Milwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Milwood Elementary School part of?
Milwood Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwood Elementary School located?
Milwood Elementary School is located in the Milwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Milwood.
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