Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodward 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodward Elementary School's student population of 242 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Every child. Every opportunity. Every time.
School Rankings
Woodward Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
62%
18%
White
12%
63%
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodward Elementary School's ranking?
Woodward Elementary School is ranked #2814 out of 3,025 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Woodward Elementary School?
242 students attend Woodward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Woodward Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodward Elementary School?
Woodward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Woodward Elementary School offer ?
Woodward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodward Elementary School part of?
Woodward Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodward Elementary School located?
Woodward Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northside.
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