Serving 29 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, North Ward Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Ward Elementary School's student population of 29 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Ward Elementary School is 0.26, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Ward Elementary School often compared to?
North Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dawson Elementary School, Pine Trails Elementary School, West Ward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend North Ward Elementary School?
29 students attend North Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of North Ward Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Ward Elementary School?
North Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Ward Elementary School offer ?
North Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Ward Elementary School part of?
North Ward Elementary School is part of Allegan School District.
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