Below Average
#2601 of 3,192 schools in MI
Webster Kindergarten Center
Elementary School · Escanaba Area Public Schools
1209 NORTH 19TH ST, Escanaba, MI 49829
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,601 of 3,192
In Escanaba
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Escanaba Area Public Schools
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Webster Kindergarten Center
Elementary School in Escanaba · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Webster Kindergarten Center
Webster Kindergarten Center is a public elementary school in Escanaba, MI, part of Escanaba Area Public Schools. Webster Kindergarten Center serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Webster Kindergarten Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,601 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Webster Kindergarten Center show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Webster Kindergarten Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Webster Kindergarten Center — Students at Webster Kindergarten Center score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.5/10.
How Webster Kindergarten Center Compares
See how Webster Kindergarten Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1209 NORTH 19TH ST, Escanaba, MI 49829
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Webster Kindergarten Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Island Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 28.6 miles away, in nearby Washington Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bark RiverHarris Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Harris), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cameron Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Escanaba, see our Escanaba schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Escanaba Upper Elementary Escanaba | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Escanaba | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Escanaba Student Success Center Escanaba | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Escanaba JuniorSenior High School Escanaba | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Bay Pines Center Escanaba | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lemmer Elementary School Escanaba | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Learning Center Escanaba | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| James T Jones Elementary School Gladstone | 6.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Gladstone Area Middle School Gladstone | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Cameron Elementary School Gladstone | 6.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Gladstone Area High School Gladstone | 7.3 mi | 6.6 |
| TriTownship School Rapid River | 12.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Mid Peninsula School Rock | 15.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Bark RiverHarris JrSr High School Harris | 13.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Bark RiverHarris Elementary School Harris | 13.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy Wilson | 14.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Hannahville Indian School Wilson | 14.7 mi | — |
| WILSON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Wilson | 17.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Island Elementary Washington Island | 28.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Washington Island High Washington Island | 28.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49829 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,808
Median Home Value
$139,000
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
16,859
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
13.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
47.5
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|---|---|
| Cole Academy Lansing, MI | 4.8 |
| Colon Elementary School Colon, MI | 4.8 |
| Donley Elementary School East Lansing, MI | 4.8 |
| Hinks Elementary Alpena, MI | 4.8 |
| MacGregor Elementary School Bay City, MI | 4.8 |
| Oriole Park Elementary School Wyoming, MI | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Webster Kindergarten Center
What grades does Webster Kindergarten Center serve?
Webster Kindergarten Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Webster Kindergarten Center?
Webster Kindergarten Center has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Webster Kindergarten Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Webster Kindergarten Center is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Webster Kindergarten Center rank in MI?
Webster Kindergarten Center ranks #2,601 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Webster Kindergarten Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Webster Kindergarten Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Webster Kindergarten Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Webster Kindergarten Center has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Webster Kindergarten Center a charter school?
No, Webster Kindergarten Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Webster Kindergarten Center a Title I school?
No, Webster Kindergarten Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Webster Kindergarten Center?
70.8% of students at Webster Kindergarten Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Delta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (906) 786-6118
Resources & Links
District
Escanaba Area Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,131
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,739
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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