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#154 of 3,190 schools in MI

Top 5% in state

Wixom Elementary School

Elementary School · Walled Lake Consolidated Schools

301 NORTH WIXOM RD, Wixom, MI 48393

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Wixom

#1 of 3

public schools

Michigan elementary schools

#105 of 1,602

In district

#5 of 19

Walled Lake Consolidated Schools

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Wixom Elementary School

Wixom Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wixom, MI, part of the Walled Lake Consolidated Schools. The school serves approximately 425 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95.2th percentile among MI schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 54% proficiency in math, 18 points above the state average and 63% in reading/language arts, 20 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,194, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.78 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.1Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.4%
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.3%
Math vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.4 pts
Overall Proficiency60%
Expected (poverty-adj.)51%
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.5Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,391

Wixom Elementary School — Students at Wixom Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.7%
School
State
36.0%
ELA Proficiency 63.1%
School
State
43.4%

Based on 12 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
66.2%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Wixom Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in MI
Academic
9.1/10
9.1/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
6.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

Location

301 NORTH WIXOM RD, Wixom, MI 48393

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wixom Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Woods Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Novi), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Parkview Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Novi), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Loon Lake Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wixom, see our Wixom schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Sarah G Banks Middle School Wixom 1.5 mi 4.8
Walled Lake Western High School Commerce Township 1.2 mi 9.0
Loon Lake Elementary School Wixom 1.6 mi 8.4
James R Geisler Middle School Commerce Township 1.5 mi 6.3
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA ACADEMY Wixom 2.4 mi 7.5
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Novi 2.6 mi 4.3
Walled Lake Elementary School Walled Lake 2.2 mi 6.4
Deerfield Elementary School Novi 3.1 mi 6.8
Novi Middle School Novi 3.2 mi 6.9
Glengary Elementary School Commerce Township 3.3 mi 8.4
ST WILLIAM SCHOOL Walled Lake 2.8 mi 6.9
Parkview Elementary School Novi 3.8 mi 8.6
Novi Meadows School Novi 4.1 mi 7.3
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Walled Lake 3.5 mi 6.4
Novi Woods Elementary School Novi 4.2 mi 7.5
Oak Valley Middle School Commerce Township 4.5 mi 5.3
South Lyon East High School South Lyon 4.5 mi 6.8
Hickory Woods Elementary School Novi 3.5 mi 9.1
OAKLAND MONTESSORI ACADEMY Novi 3.6 mi
Country Oaks Elementary School Commerce Township 4.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48393 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,194

Median Home Value

$309,100

Median Rent

$975/mo

Population

20,098

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

52.2%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

35.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Wixom Elementary School has a median household income of $67,194. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $309,100, with a median rent of $975/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms, MI 8.7
Brendel Elementary School Grand Blanc, MI 8.7
Brown Elementary School New Boston, MI 8.7
Bursley School Jenison, MI 8.7
Clarkston Elementary School Clarkston, MI 8.7
Dorr School Dorr, MI 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wixom Elementary School

What grades does Wixom Elementary School serve?

Wixom Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wixom Elementary School?

Wixom Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wixom Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wixom Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wixom Elementary School rank in MI?

Wixom Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 3,190 schools in MI.

What is Wixom Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wixom Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wixom Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wixom Elementary School has 53.7% math proficiency and 63.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Wixom Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Wixom Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

37.6% of students at Wixom 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,151/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wixom). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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