Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Weiss 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 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weiss Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Weiss Elementary School's student population of 371 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weiss Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weiss Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2206 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
49%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weiss Elementary School's ranking?
Weiss Elementary School is ranked #2206 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Weiss Elementary School often compared to?
Weiss Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Weiss Elementary School?
371 students attend Weiss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Weiss Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weiss Elementary School?
Weiss Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weiss Elementary School offer ?
Weiss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Weiss Elementary School part of?
Weiss Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Weiss Elementary School located?
Weiss Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Saginaw Township North.
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