Serving 637 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Workman 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 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Workman 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
School Overview
Workman Elementary School's student population of 637 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Workman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Workman Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#420 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
59%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Workman Elementary School's ranking?
Workman Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Workman Elementary School often compared to?
Workman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achieve Charter Academy, Dodson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Workman Elementary School?
637 students attend Workman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Workman Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Workman Elementary School?
Workman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Workman Elementary School offer ?
Workman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Workman Elementary School part of?
Workman Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools.
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