Waterford School District
School District · Waterford, Michigan
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
17
9 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,194
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
17
9 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,194
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#292 of 532
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,194
+$3,611 vs Michigan median
District size
6,892 students
Much larger than Michigan median
About Waterford School District
Waterford School District is a Waterford, Michigan school district serving 17 schools. The district educates 6,892 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1. The district invests $18,194 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Waterford School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Cooley Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Waterford School District students show an average math proficiency of 27.1% and ELA proficiency of 38.1%.
The district includes 9 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Waterford School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Waterford School District with test data.
Schools in Waterford School District
17 schools Elementary Schools 9
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 3
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Waterford
- Total Enrollment
- 6,892
- Teachers (FTE)
- 463
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Waterford School District?
Waterford School District has 17 schools in total — 9 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Waterford School District?
The average composite rating for Waterford School District is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Waterford School District?
Waterford School District spends $18,194 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waterford School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Waterford School District is 14.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Waterford School District?
Cooley Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Waterford School District with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Waterford School District?
Across schools in Waterford School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 27.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 38.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Waterford School District compare to other districts in Michigan?
Waterford School District has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 17 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 27.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 38.1%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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