Average
#1320 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 41% in state
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School
Elementary School · Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
1655 DECKER RD, Walled Lake, MI 48390
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,320 of 3,192
In Walled Lake
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#13 of 19
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Mary Helen Guest Elementary School
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About Mary Helen Guest Elementary School
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Walled Lake, MI, part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools. Mary Helen Guest Elementary School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Helen Guest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,320 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Mary Helen Guest Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Mary Helen Guest Elementary School — Students at Mary Helen Guest Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Mary Helen Guest Elementary School Compares
See how Mary Helen Guest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1655 DECKER RD, Walled Lake, MI 48390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Helen Guest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakley Park Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Commerce Township), which scores notably higher. Another option is Commerce Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Commerce Township), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pleasant Lake Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby West Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walled Lake, see our Walled Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,411
Median Home Value
$287,900
Median Rent
$1,575/mo
Population
24,118
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Helen Guest Elementary School
What grades does Mary Helen Guest Elementary School serve?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mary Helen Guest Elementary School?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Helen Guest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Helen Guest Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Helen Guest Elementary School rank in MI?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School ranks #1,320 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Mary Helen Guest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mary Helen Guest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Helen Guest Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mary Helen Guest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mary Helen Guest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Helen Guest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mary Helen Guest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Helen Guest Elementary School?
41.7% of students at Mary Helen Guest Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (248) 956-3300
Resources & Links
District
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools- District Enrollment
- 11,957
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,614
- District Rank
- #13 of 19
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