Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wood Creek 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 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wood Creek Elementary School's student population of 429 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Mascot
Bears
School Rankings
Wood Creek 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 Wood Creek Elementary School is 0.63, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
51%
18%
White
32%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Wood Creek 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 Wood Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Wood Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longacre Elementary School, Farmington Steam Academy 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 Wood Creek Elementary School?
429 students attend Wood Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wood Creek Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wood Creek Elementary School?
Wood Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wood Creek Elementary School offer ?
Wood Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wood Creek Elementary School part of?
Wood Creek Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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