Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wick Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wick Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Wick Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wick Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
79%
18%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wick Elementary School's ranking?
Wick Elementary School is ranked #2601 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wick Elementary School often compared to?
Wick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metro Charter Academy, Romulus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wick Elementary School?
280 students attend Wick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wick Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wick Elementary School?
Wick Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wick Elementary School offer ?
Wick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wick Elementary School part of?
Wick Elementary School is part of Romulus Community Schools School District.
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