Serving 578 students in grades 7-8, Wyoming Junior High 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wyoming Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wyoming Junior High School's student population of 578 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wyoming Junior High 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 Wyoming Junior High School is 0.67, 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
#2300 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
24%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wyoming Junior High School's ranking?
Wyoming Junior High School is ranked #2300 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wyoming Junior High School?
578 students attend Wyoming Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wyoming Junior High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wyoming Junior High School?
Wyoming Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wyoming Junior High School offer ?
Wyoming Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wyoming Junior High School part of?
Wyoming Junior High School is part of Wyoming School District.
In what neighborhood is Wyoming Junior High School located?
Wyoming Junior High School is located in the Wyoming Park neighborhood of Wyoming, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Wyoming Park.
School Reviews
4 11/2/2017
The Teachers are pretty good and lots of students are pretty excepting and the place were I met my best friend
2 11/11/2011
Too many fights, but very good teachers.
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