Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Waldron Learning Center 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waldron Learning Center's student population of 248 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Waldron Learning Center 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 Waldron Learning Center is 0.25, 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
#2154 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldron Learning Center's ranking?
Waldron Learning Center is ranked #2154 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waldron Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Waldron Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Waldron Learning Center?
248 students attend Waldron Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Waldron Learning Center students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldron Learning Center?
Waldron Learning Center has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waldron Learning Center offer ?
Waldron Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waldron Learning Center part of?
Waldron Learning Center is part of Branch Independent School District.
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