Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Wilcox Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilcox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wilcox Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilcox Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilcox Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#608 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilcox Elementary School's ranking?
Wilcox Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wilcox Elementary School often compared to?
Wilcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wilcox Elementary School?
351 students attend Wilcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wilcox Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilcox Elementary School?
Wilcox Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilcox Elementary School offer ?
Wilcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilcox Elementary School part of?
Wilcox Elementary School is part of Holt School District.
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