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Whitmore Lake Elementary School

Elementary School · Whitmore Lake Public School District

1077 BARKER RD, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,953 of 3,192

In Whitmore Lake

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Whitmore Lake Public School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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5.9/10

Elementary School in Whitmore Lake · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Whitmore Lake Elementary School

Whitmore Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Whitmore Lake, MI, part of Whitmore Lake Public School District. Whitmore Lake Elementary School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitmore Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,953 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Whitmore Lake Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Whitmore Lake Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Whitmore Lake Elementary School is located at 1077 Barker Rd. in Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 1 . The school serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade and has an enrollment of fewer than 500 students 1 . Academic instruction utilizes the Orton-Gillingham approach for reading, alongside new curricula for English Language Arts and Math 1 . The school also emphasizes early STEM and hands-on science education 1 . In addition to core academics, students participate in weekly Art, Music, and Physical Education classes 1 . The school operates on a full-day schedule from 8:50 am to 3:35 pm and a half-day schedule from 8:50 am to 12:05 pm 1 . A Kids Club program provides before and after school care 1 .
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How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,243
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Whitmore Lake Elementary School — Students at Whitmore Lake Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 36 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
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
41.8%
ELA
52%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Whitmore Lake Elementary School Compares

See how Whitmore Lake Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in MI
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

1077 BARKER RD, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitmore Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wines Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawkins Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR (rated 8.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Whitmore Lake, see our Whitmore Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Livingston Classical Academy Whitmore Lake 1.2 mi 8.4
Whitmore Lake High School Whitmore Lake 2.2 mi 8.1
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brighton 2.9 mi 5.5
Kensington Woods Schools Lakeland 3.7 mi 5.4
ANN ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ann Arbor 4.9 mi 6.8
Scranton Middle School Brighton 5.7 mi 7.9
Hawkins Elementary School Brighton 5.9 mi 8.4
William A Brummer Elementary School South Lyon 5.3 mi 6.2
Brighton High School Brighton 7.3 mi 8.3
Bridge Alternative High School Brighton 7.4 mi 7.0
RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 7.5 mi 8.2
LIVINGSTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Brighton 7.6 mi 7.2
Country Elementary School Pinckney 6.1 mi 5.0
Maltby Intermediate School Brighton 7.8 mi 8.3
Hornung Elementary School Brighton 7.9 mi 8.2
Skyline High School Ann Arbor 8.0 mi 8.5
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Brighton 8.1 mi 6.3
Charyl Stockwell Academy High School Brighton 8.3 mi 6.4
Charyl Stockwell Academy Middle School Brighton 8.3 mi 5.0
Wines Elementary School Ann Arbor 8.5 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48189 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,433

Median Home Value

$286,200

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

13,748

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitmore Lake Elementary School

What grades does Whitmore Lake Elementary School serve?

Whitmore Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Whitmore Lake Elementary School?

Whitmore Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitmore Lake Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitmore Lake Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitmore Lake Elementary School rank in MI?

Whitmore Lake Elementary School ranks #1,953 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Whitmore Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitmore Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Whitmore Lake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitmore Lake Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Whitmore Lake Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Whitmore Lake Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Whitmore Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitmore Lake Elementary School?

45.8% of students at Whitmore Lake 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Whitmore Lake Public School District
District Enrollment
665
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,243
District Rank
#2 of 2

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