Serving 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Woodland Developmental Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Developmental Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodland Developmental Center's student population of 133 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodland Developmental Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Developmental Center is 0.31, which is less 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
#955 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Woodland Developmental Center's ranking?
Woodland Developmental Center is ranked #955 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodland Developmental Center?
The graduation rate of Woodland Developmental Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Woodland Developmental Center?
133 students attend Woodland Developmental Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Woodland Developmental Center students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodland Developmental Center?
Woodland Developmental Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodland Developmental Center offer ?
Woodland Developmental Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodland Developmental Center part of?
Woodland Developmental Center is part of St. Clair County RESA School District.
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