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#451 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 14% in state

Wing Lake Developmental Center

School · Bloomfield Hills Schools

6490 WING LAKE RD, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301

Enrollment

83

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#451 of 3,192

In Bloomfield Hills

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Bloomfield Hills Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Wing Lake Developmental Center

7.8/10

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

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8.8/10

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About Wing Lake Developmental Center

Wing Lake Developmental Center is a public school in Bloomfield Hills, MI, part of Bloomfield Hills Schools. Wing Lake Developmental Center serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wing Lake Developmental Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #451 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Wing Lake Developmental Center show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.8
  • MI avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 83 students, Wing Lake Developmental Center 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.

At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Wing Lake Developmental Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

36% of students at Wing Lake Developmental 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+37.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,460
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Wing Lake Developmental Center — Students at Wing Lake Developmental Center score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 75.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
74.5%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2018
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
59.1%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Wing Lake Developmental Center Compares

See how Wing Lake Developmental Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
86th percentile in MI
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

Location

6490 WING LAKE RD, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wing Lake Developmental Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. BLOOMFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CRANBROOK SCHOOLS (rated 5.9/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bloomfield Hills, see our Bloomfield Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
South Hills Middle School Bloomfield Hills 1.0 mi 8.8
Conant Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 1.1 mi 9.3
West Maple Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 1.2 mi 8.5
Bloomfield Hills High School Bloomfield Township 2.4 mi 9.5
Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms 2.3 mi 7.0
ST REGIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 1.9 mi 5.0
BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 1.9 mi 6.1
MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.0 mi 6.5
Berkshire Middle School Beverly Hills 2.2 mi 7.2
Way Elementary School Bloomfield Hills 2.7 mi 8.8
BEVERLY HILLS ACADEMY Beverly Hills 2.3 mi 9.0
Lone Pine Elementary School W. Bloomfield 2.4 mi 8.2
BLOOMFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 3.0 mi 7.4
BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - WEST BLOOMFIELD West Bloomfield 2.3 mi 7.6
DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.3 mi 6.7
HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Farmington Hills 2.6 mi 6.7
CRANBROOK SCHOOLS Bloomfield Hills 2.7 mi 5.9
Birmingham Covington School Bloomfield Hills 2.7 mi 8.4
Wood Creek Elementary School Farmington Hills 3.3 mi 4.9
Ernest W Seaholm High School Birmingham 2.7 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$163,571

Median Home Value

$670,600

Median Rent

$1,878/mo

Population

14,749

College Educated

77.3%

Homeownership

87.1%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

48.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wing Lake Developmental Center

What grades does Wing Lake Developmental Center serve?

Wing Lake Developmental Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Wing Lake Developmental Center?

Wing Lake Developmental Center has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wing Lake Developmental Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Wing Lake Developmental Center is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wing Lake Developmental Center rank in MI?

Wing Lake Developmental Center ranks #451 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Wing Lake Developmental Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Wing Lake Developmental Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Wing Lake Developmental Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wing Lake Developmental Center has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wing Lake Developmental Center a charter school?

No, Wing Lake Developmental Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wing Lake Developmental Center a Title I school?

No, Wing Lake Developmental Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wing Lake Developmental Center?

36.1% of students at Wing Lake Developmental 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.1%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

Bloomfield Hills Schools
District Enrollment
5,069
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,460
District Rank
#8 of 8

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