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Wesley School

School · Muskegon Area ISD

915 WESLEY AVE, Muskegon, MI 49442

Enrollment

117

Student-Teacher

5.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,802 of 3,192

In Muskegon

#12 of 39

public schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Wesley School

6.1/10

School in Muskegon · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wesley School

Wesley School is a public school in Muskegon, MI, part of Muskegon Area ISD. Wesley School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wesley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,802 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Wesley School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • MI avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 117 students, Wesley School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Wesley School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 5.3:1 students to teachers, Wesley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-28.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$335,782
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Wesley School — Students at Wesley School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.0% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2010
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2014
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2015
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2016
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Wesley School Compares

See how Wesley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in MI
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
5:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

Location

915 WESLEY AVE, Muskegon, MI 49442

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wesley School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MUSKEGON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ReethsPuffer High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Muskegon Community Education Center (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Muskegon, see our Muskegon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKESHORE LEARNING CENTER Muskegon 0.1 mi
Muskegon Middle School Muskegon 0.4 mi 5.0
Three Oaks Public School Academy Muskegon 0.8 mi 4.4
MUSKEGON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muskegon 0.8 mi 6.9
Muskegon Maritime Academy Muskegon 0.7 mi 4.3
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center Muskegon 1.1 mi
Orchard View Community Education Muskegon 1.2 mi 6.0
Muskegon Covenant Academy Muskegon 1.3 mi 3.1
Oakview Elementary School Muskegon 1.8 mi 3.6
Muskegon High School Muskegon 1.7 mi 5.3
Orchard View High School Muskegon 1.8 mi 6.0
Cardinal Elementary Muskegon 1.8 mi 4.5
Orchard View Middle School Muskegon 1.9 mi 4.6
ReethsPuffer Elementary School Muskegon 2.7 mi 5.2
Marquette Elementary School Muskegon 2.1 mi 3.1
Muskegon Community Education Center Muskegon 2.1 mi 6.5
ReethsPuffer Intermediate Sch Muskegon 2.8 mi 4.4
ReethsPuffer High School Muskegon 2.8 mi 6.7
Timberland Academy Muskegon 2.2 mi 4.5
Muskegon Heights Academy Muskegon 2.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,069

Median Home Value

$116,100

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

44,412

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Beekman Center Lansing, MI 6.1
DeTour Arts and Technology Academy De Tour Village, MI 6.1
FACTORYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Athens, MI 6.1
Greyhound Central Performance Academy Eaton Rapids, MI 6.0
Lakeshore Virtual School Gibraltar, MI 6.0
Lighthouse Education Center Saint Joseph, MI 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wesley School

What grades does Wesley School serve?

Wesley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Wesley School?

Wesley School has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wesley School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wesley School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wesley School rank in MI?

Wesley School ranks #1,802 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Wesley School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wesley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Wesley School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wesley School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wesley School a charter school?

No, Wesley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wesley School a Title I school?

No, Wesley School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wesley School?

33.3% of students at Wesley 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Small City
County
Muskegon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

Muskegon Area ISD
District Enrollment
1,554
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$335,782
District Rank
#1 of 1

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