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#3035 of 3,192 schools in MI

Woodrow Wilson Elementary

Elementary School · Port Huron Area School District

834 CHESTNUT ST, Port Huron, MI 48060

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,035 of 3,192

In Port Huron

#12 of 14

public schools

In district

#13 of 15

Port Huron Area School District

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Woodrow Wilson Elementary

3.5/10

Elementary School in Port Huron · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodrow Wilson Elementary

Woodrow Wilson Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Huron, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Woodrow Wilson Elementary serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,035 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-37.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.4 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,323
Chronic Absenteeism56.2%

Woodrow Wilson Elementary — Students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 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
76%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
16%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
4.2%
ELA
10.5%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Woodrow Wilson Elementary Compares

See how Woodrow Wilson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in MI
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.2%

Location

834 CHESTNUT ST, Port Huron, MI 48060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodrow Wilson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Marysville), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Shore Leadership Academy (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, H D Crull Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Huron, see our Port Huron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
East Shore Leadership Academy Port Huron 0.1 mi 6.6
Blue Water Middle College Academy Port Huron 0.7 mi 6.5
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Huron 0.9 mi 3.8
Harrison Center Port Huron 1.2 mi
Port Huron Schools Phoenix Academy Port Huron 1.0 mi 2.9
Port Huron High School Port Huron 1.1 mi 6.8
Cleveland Elementary Port Huron 2.1 mi 2.7
Garfield Elementary School Port Huron 2.5 mi 5.1
Central Middle School Port Huron 2.0 mi 4.3
H D Crull Elementary School Port Huron 2.4 mi 6.3
ST MARY/MCCORMICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Port Huron 2.8 mi 6.1
Holland Woods Middle School Port Huron 3.4 mi 5.9
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville 2.8 mi 4.5
St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron 3.1 mi 6.5
Port Huron Northern High School Port Huron 3.9 mi 7.6
Michigamme Elementary School Port Huron 3.2 mi 3.5
Morton Elementary School Marysville 3.9 mi 7.7
Marysville Middle School Marysville 4.5 mi 5.9
Edison Elementary School Fort Gratiot 4.2 mi 6.1
Marysville High School Marysville 4.6 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,342

Median Home Value

$152,000

Median Rent

$1,005/mo

Population

39,502

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodrow Wilson Elementary

What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elementary serve?

Woodrow Wilson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary?

Woodrow Wilson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodrow Wilson Elementary rank in MI?

Woodrow Wilson Elementary ranks #3,035 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Woodrow Wilson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodrow Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Woodrow Wilson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary a Title I school?

No, Woodrow Wilson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Elementary?

96.0% of students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary 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
76 Very Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.2%

District

Port Huron Area School District
District Enrollment
7,147
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,323
District Rank
#13 of 15

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