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Weidman Elementary School

Summary:

Weidman Elementary School is a public magnet elementary school serving grades PK-4 in the Chippewa Hills School District, with a diverse student population of 263. This high-performing school consistently outshines the district and state in academic proficiency, ranking in the top 5% of Michigan elementary schools.

Weidman Elementary School's academic excellence is evident across multiple metrics. In the 2023-2024 school year, 61.7% of 3rd-grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 52.2% for the district and 39.6% for the state. Similarly, in 4th-grade Math, Weidman had 73.8% proficiency, far exceeding the district's 46.4% and the state's 39.1%. The school's strong statewide ranking, placing 53rd out of 1,486 Michigan elementary schools, further underscores its academic prowess.

Weidman Elementary School's success extends beyond overall academic performance, with the school excelling in the achievement of specific student groups. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school ranked 6th out of 1,381 Michigan elementary schools for low socioeconomic status students, 55th out of 1,342 for female students, and 49th out of 1,204 for White students. While the school has seen an increase in chronic absenteeism, reaching 29.6% in 2022-2023, this rate is still lower than nearby Barryton Elementary School (29.9%) and several other nearby schools. Weidman Elementary School's consistent academic excellence, equity-focused practices, and community support make it a standout institution in the region.


Detail:

Public, Magnet PK, KG-4

 3311 N School Rd
       Weidman, MI  48893-8790

(989) 644-3430

District: Chippewa Hills School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
53rd of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  15.0 Help
Number of students:  255

Racial breakdown:

White:
89.0%
Hispanic:
5.5%
Two or more races:
5.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  77.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Weidman Elementary School ranks better than 96.4% of elementary schools in Michigan. It also ranks first among 3 ranked elementary schools in the Chippewa Hills School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 94.67. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Weidman Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Chippewa Hills School District. Racial makeup is: White (89%), Hispanic (5.5%), two or more races (5.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 77.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Chippewa Hills School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Weidman Elementary School is 15, which is the lowest among 3 elementary schools in the Chippewa Hills School District! (See more...)
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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Weidman Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Weidman Elementary School 53rd of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See Weidman Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Chippewa Hills School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Chippewa Hills School District 238th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Weidman Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Weidman Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 85.97 57th 1545 96.3%
2007 87.45 33rd 1565 97.9%
2008 84.49 82nd 1577 94.8%
2009 76.15 317th 1589 80.1%
2010 76.85 251st 1552 83.8%
2011 61.73 732nd 1552 52.8%
2012 72.20 407th 1566 74.0%
2013 51.50 810th 1563 48.2%
2014 61.58 603rd 1533 60.7%
2015 65.81 516th 1580 67.3%
2016 55.94 677th 1548 56.3%
2017 61.40 484th 1466 67.0%
2018 83.63 204th 1448 85.9%
2019 72.54 331st 1408 76.5%
2021 37.74 708th 1153 38.6%
2022 94.66 44th 1344 96.7%
2023 92.70 69th 1470 95.3%
2024 94.67 53rd 1486 96.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Weidman Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 85.95 103rd 1397 92.6%
2019 81.01 105th 1134 90.7%
2021 36.16 507th 749 32.3%
2022 98.63 4th 1099 99.6%
2023 98.48 8th 1350 99.4%
2024 98.62 6th 1381 99.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Weidman Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.67 254th 1443 82.4%
2019 69.11 305th 1171 74.0%
2021 22.40 749th 902 17.0%
2022 82.40 133rd 1106 88.0%
2023 88.24 90th 1321 93.2%
2024 91.95 55th 1342 95.9%
See the entire list of Best Michigan Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Male students at Weidman Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 83.64 192nd 1446 86.7%
2019 64.66 373rd 1196 68.8%
2021 46.78 455th 915 50.3%
2022 95.17 24th 1139 97.9%
2023 92.24 63rd 1334 95.3%
2024 89.90 91st 1347 93.2%
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Rank History for White students at Weidman Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.52 236th 1253 81.2%
2019 66.14 341st 1128 69.8%
2021 29.31 742nd 1005 26.2%
2022 91.32 57th 1102 94.8%
2023 89.84 75th 1198 93.7%
2024 92.80 49th 1204 95.9%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Weidman Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 352 7 3 9 27 n/a n/a 0 398
1989 357 2 4 15 20 n/a n/a 0 398
1990 339 0 2 20 40 n/a n/a 0 401
1991 346 0 2 15 39 n/a n/a 0 402
1992 382 1 0 13 41 n/a n/a 0 437
1993 412 1 0 8 67 n/a n/a 0 488
1994 437 0 0 10 53 n/a n/a 0 500
1995 469 1 0 5 51 n/a n/a 0 526
1996 469 1 0 5 51 n/a n/a 0 526
1997 494 1 0 7 43 n/a n/a -10 535
1998 453 0 0 12 70 n/a n/a -4 531
1999 425 0 0 16 45 n/a n/a 0 486
2000 401 1 0 12 41 n/a n/a 24 479
2001 395 5 3 12 38 n/a n/a 0 453
2002 299 5 0 1 24 n/a n/a 0 329
2003 299 5 0 1 24 n/a n/a 0 329
2004 289 4 0 0 25 n/a n/a 0 318
2005 316 7 1 0 39 n/a n/a 0 363
2006 288 8 1 1 38 n/a n/a 0 336
2007 329 6 4 1 32 n/a n/a 0 372
2008 276 8 1 n/a 50 n/a n/a 0 335
2009 282 6 1 3 52 n/a n/a 0 344
2010 285 7 2 4 48 n/a n/a 1 347
2011 251 6 0 3 43 2 4 0 309
2012 244 2 0 3 34 1 8 0 292
2013 249 2 0 7 24 1 12 0 295
2014 263 3 0 8 11 1 15 0 301
2015 248 3 0 11 5 0 18 0 285
2016 256 2 0 11 8 0 19 0 296
2017 254 3 0 9 6 0 17 0 289
2018 256 1 0 9 4 0 15 0 285
2019 244 0 0 6 3 0 14 0 267
2020 255 1 0 9 2 0 9 0 276
2021 241 2 0 10 2 0 10 0 265
2022 228 3 0 12 0 0 19 0 262
2023 234 0 0 11 0 0 18 0 263
2024 227 1 0 14 0 0 13 0 255

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Weidman Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 398 n/a n/a n/a
1989 398 n/a n/a 28.6
1990 401 19.0 21.1 33.2
1991 402 n/a n/a n/a
1992 437 n/a n/a n/a
1993 488 n/a 0.0 0
1994 500 23.8 21.0 36.4
1995 526 24.8 21.2 41.4
1996 526 24.8 21.2 41.4
1997 535 27.0 19.8 45
1998 531 27.0 19.7 42.1
1999 486 28.0 17.4 40.9
2000 479 27.0 16.9 72.7
2001 453 26.5 17.1 60.3
2002 329 19.1 17.2 58.7
2003 329 19.1 17.2 58.7
2004 318 20.5 15.5 62.6
2005 363 18.5 19.6 61.4
2006 336 18.0 18.7 61.3
2007 372 17.0 21.9 54.3
2008 335 18.7 17.9 60
2009 344 19.5 17.6 54.1
2010 347 20.0 17.3 62.7
2011 309 19.8 15.5 63.8
2012 292 16.8 17.3 68.2
2013 295 16.8 17.5 65.8
2014 301 17.3 17.3 62.1
2015 285 16.0 17.8 45.3
2016 296 15.0 19.7 62.2
2017 289 14.0 20.6 58.5
2018 285 14.0 20.3 63.5
2019 267 15.0 17.8 68.9
2020 276 16.0 17.2 63
2021 265 15.5 17.0 69.4
2022 262 17.1 15.3 67.6
2023 263 17.0 15.4 74.5
2024 255 17.0 15.0 77.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Weidman Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 398 n/a n/a n/a
1989 398 n/a n/a 28.6
1990 401 19.0 21.1 33.2
1991 402 n/a n/a n/a
1992 437 n/a n/a n/a
1993 488 n/a 0.0 0
1994 500 23.8 21.0 36.4
1995 526 24.8 21.2 41.4
1996 526 24.8 21.2 41.4
1997 535 27.0 19.8 45
1998 531 27.0 19.7 42.1
1999 486 28.0 17.4 40.9
2000 479 27.0 16.9 72.7
2001 453 26.5 17.1 60.3
2002 329 19.1 17.2 58.7
2003 329 19.1 17.2 58.7
2004 318 20.5 15.5 62.6
2005 363 18.5 19.6 61.4
2006 336 18.0 18.7 61.3
2007 372 17.0 21.9 54.3
2008 335 18.7 17.9 60
2009 344 19.5 17.6 54.1
2010 347 20.0 17.3 62.7
2011 309 19.8 15.5 63.8
2012 292 16.8 17.3 68.2
2013 295 16.8 17.5 65.8
2014 301 17.3 17.3 62.1
2015 285 16.0 17.8 45.3
2016 296 15.0 19.7 62.2
2017 289 14.0 20.6 58.5
2018 285 14.0 20.3 63.5
2019 267 15.0 17.8 68.9
2020 276 16.0 17.2 63
2021 265 15.5 17.0 69.4
2022 262 17.1 15.3 67.6
2023 263 17.0 15.4 74.5
2024 255 17.0 15.0 77.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Weidman Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,604 (13.0%) $10,699 (87.0%) $12,302
2020 $1,446 (12.1%) $10,539 (87.9%) $11,985
2021 $1,811 (14.3%) $10,842 (85.7%) $12,653
2022 $2,959 (20.6%) $11,436 (79.4%) $14,394
2023 $00 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Weidman Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 331st of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 69th of 1470 Elementary schools
 18.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Weidman Elementary School)76.281.4
 5.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Chippewa Hills School District)61.962.1
 0.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (Weidman Elementary School)78.665.1
 13.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Chippewa Hills School District)56.754
 2.7%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Weidman Elementary School)47.877.5
 29.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Chippewa Hills School District)45.162.3
 17.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (Weidman Elementary School)44.467.5
 23.1%
   4th Grade Math (Chippewa Hills School District)37.257.4
 20.2%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students267263
 1.5%
African American00
American Indian30
 100%
Asian00
Hispanic611
 83.3%
Pacific Islander00
White244234
 4.1%
Two or More Races1418
 28.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients68.9%74.5%
 5.6%

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In the 2023-24 school year, 255 students attended Weidman Elementary School.

Students at Weidman Elementary School are 89% White, 5% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races.

Yes! Weidman Elementary School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 53rd of 1486 Michigan elementary schools.


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