Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winchell 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 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winchell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Winchell Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winchell 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 Winchell Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#393 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winchell Elementary School's ranking?
Winchell Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 3,069 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Winchell Elementary School?
491 students attend Winchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Winchell Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winchell Elementary School?
Winchell Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winchell Elementary School offer ?
Winchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Winchell Elementary School part of?
Winchell Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Winchell Elementary School located?
Winchell Elementary School is located in the Oakland And Winchell neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI.
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