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Wilkerson Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 557 students

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5 stars

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2013:
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2012:
Based on 2 ratings
2011:
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2010:
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Posted February 4, 2013

I have 2 children at Wilkerson and I absolutely love this school. Teachers are wonderful and I love how the principal, Mr. Karpinski, is involved. I feel very fortunate and proud that my kids attend this school. From my experience, this is what an EXCEPTIONAL and an OUTSTANDING school should represent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 1, 2012

The teachers definitely care at this school. The front office staff is excellent. If you have a kindergartener I would suggest Ms. Choike she is awesome. She has taught both of my boys and they adore her. You can volunteer your time at this school and participate in many functions. This school works like a close knit community.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 24, 2012

Moving around alot this has been the best Elementary school so far for my children. The teachers and staff are wonderful!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 16, 2010

Best school ever! Miss Kutchey is the best. Leadership in this school is exceptional. My son enjoyed every moment of it and I did too.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 5, 2009

The principal was available as soon as I wa,lked in without and appoitment. The school was immaculate. Very clean throughout which was surprising to see compared to the other public schools I've been to. The huge and separated playground felt very safe as well as the special entrances and exits for specific grades. Most of all, I LOVE the recognition ceremonies that occur every two weeks. Eventually every student will be recognized for something. VERY VERY good idea!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2008

Not very happy with the lack of organization at the beginning of the school year, especially for students entering school for the first time. The teachers have been great and very helpful but, holding a wait and see attitude with the management.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 28, 2008

I enjoyed my children going to Wilkerson. The PTO was great, and the teachers were kind and caring. I liked the fact that most had web sites so we could look up what homework and events were to take place that day. I will miss going there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 27, 2007

This is a wonderful school. The teachers are great, the principle is so involved and that helps.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 41% in 2013.

89 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
40%

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

88 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
68%

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
97%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2013.

79 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
43%

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

79 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
71%

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
83%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

79 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
58%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 46% in 2013.

83 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
27%

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

82 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
60%

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

85 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
8%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 90% 71%
Black 6% 20%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 3%
Hispanic 1% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 25%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 22N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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12100 Masonic Blvd
Warren, MI 48093
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Phone: (586) 825-2550

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