Michael Hamady Elementary School serves 157 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael Hamady Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Michael Hamady Elementary School's student population of 157 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a Culture of Character and Achievement
School Rankings
The diversity score of Michael Hamady Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
84%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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
How many students attend Michael Hamady Elementary School?
157 students attend Michael Hamady Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Michael Hamady Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael Hamady Elementary School?
Michael Hamady Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Michael Hamady Elementary School offer ?
Michael Hamady Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Michael Hamady Elementary School part of?
Michael Hamady Elementary School is part of Westwood Heights Schools School District.
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