Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Weidman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weidman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Weidman Elementary School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Weidman Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weidman Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#84 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weidman Elementary School's ranking?
Weidman Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Weidman Elementary School often compared to?
Weidman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beal City Elementary School, Renaissance Public School Academy, Giresd Center Programs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Weidman Elementary School?
258 students attend Weidman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Weidman Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weidman Elementary School?
Weidman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Weidman Elementary School offer ?
Weidman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weidman Elementary School part of?
Weidman Elementary School is part of Chippewa Hills School District.
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