Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Maple Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Maple Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Maple Elementary School's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Maple Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Maple Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#106 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Maple Elementary School's ranking?
West Maple Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are West Maple Elementary School often compared to?
West Maple Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birmingham Covington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend West Maple Elementary School?
532 students attend West Maple Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Maple Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Maple Elementary School?
West Maple Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Maple Elementary School offer ?
West Maple Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Maple Elementary School part of?
West Maple Elementary School is part of Birmingham School District.
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