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Woodview Elementary School

Elementary School · Belding Area School District

450 ORCHARD ST, Belding, MI 48809

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,038 of 3,192

In Belding

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Belding Area School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Woodview Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Belding · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodview Elementary School

Woodview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Belding, MI, part of Belding Area School District. Woodview Elementary School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,038 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Woodview Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,320
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

Woodview Elementary School — Students at Woodview Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (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
87%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
30.5%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Woodview Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in MI
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Location

450 ORCHARD ST, Belding, MI 48809

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Crest Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Baldwin Heights School (rated 8.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walnut Hills Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belding, see our Belding schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Link Learning Virtual Program Belding 0.5 mi
FAITH COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belding 1.4 mi 6.2
Ellis Elementary School Belding 1.2 mi 7.6
Belding Middle School Belding 1.2 mi 6.0
Belding High School Belding 1.4 mi 5.4
Flat River Academy Greenville 4.6 mi 5.9
Cedar Crest Elementary School Greenville 5.6 mi 8.6
ST CHARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville 5.7 mi 6.5
Baldwin Heights School Greenville 5.7 mi 8.3
Greenville Senior High School Greenville 6.2 mi 6.7
Satterlee School Greenville 6.0 mi
Walnut Hills Elementary School Greenville 6.5 mi 8.1
Greenville Middle School Greenville 6.5 mi 7.2
Seiter Education Center Greenville 6.8 mi 5.2
ISDLocal Center Programs Stanton 6.8 mi 5.8
Lincoln Heights Elem School Greenville 8.5 mi 7.3
Murray Lake Elementary Lowell 7.9 mi 7.8
Haynor School Ionia 9.1 mi
Saranac JrSr High School Saranac 11.8 mi 6.8
Saranac Elementary School Saranac 12.0 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,172

Median Home Value

$189,900

Median Rent

$839/mo

Population

11,292

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

40.8

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Elliott Elementary School Holt, MI 5.7
Flushing Early Childhood Center Flushing, MI 5.7
Francis A Higgins Elem School Chesterfield, MI 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodview Elementary School

What grades does Woodview Elementary School serve?

Woodview Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Woodview Elementary School?

Woodview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodview Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodview Elementary School rank in MI?

Woodview Elementary School ranks #2,038 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Woodview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Woodview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodview Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodview Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodview Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

63.8% of students at Woodview 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Ionia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

Belding Area School District
District Enrollment
1,621
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,320
District Rank
#3 of 4

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