The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-84% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (09-10)
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)70-74%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Asian
(09-10)8%
3%
Hispanic
(09-10)1%
5%
Black
(09-10)39%
20%
White
(09-10)52%
70%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
83%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
6%
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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
367 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Van Dyke Public Schools School District.
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