Serving 348 students in grades 1-4, Elmwood 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Elmwood Elementary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Elmwood 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 Elmwood Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1754 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood Elementary School is ranked #1754 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Elmwood Elementary School often compared to?
Elmwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winans Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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).
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?
348 students attend Elmwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Elmwood Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood Elementary School?
Elmwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elmwood Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmwood Elementary School part of?
Elmwood Elementary School is part of Waverly Community Schools School District.
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