Serving 372 students in grades 2-6, Colonel Donald Mcmonagle 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 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all students to learn through systematic school-wide support
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Colonel Donald Mcmonagle 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 Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2852 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
87%
18%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School's ranking?
Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School is ranked #2852 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School?
372 students attend Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School?
Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School offer ?
Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School part of?
Colonel Donald Mcmonagle Elementary School is part of Westwood Heights Schools School District.
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