Wildwood Elementary School

500 N Wildwood St
Westland, MI 48185
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wildwood 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Wildwood Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
524 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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School Rankings

Wildwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wildwood Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2326 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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20%
35%
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24%
45%
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15-19%
38%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
4%
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Hispanic
7%
9%
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Black
22%
18%
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White
64%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.54
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Wolves

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wildwood Elementary School's ranking?
Wildwood Elementary School is ranked #2326 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wildwood Elementary School often compared to?
Wildwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bentley Elementary School, Metro Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
524 students attend Wildwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wildwood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wildwood Elementary School?
Wildwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wildwood Elementary School offer ?
Wildwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wildwood Elementary School part of?
Wildwood Elementary School is part of Wayne-Westland Community School District.

School Reviews

1   10/10/2025
There are 28 plus in each classroom.
- Posted by Parent - nsomi
4   10/10/2025
Great Elementary school back in the 80s with AMAZING teachers! I still never forgot about Mrs. Mayernick,not sure if i recall how to spell her last name lol,but she was the best!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Bridgett Ward

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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