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Washington Writers Academy

1919 Portage St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Writers Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Washington Writers Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Washington Writers Academy's student population of 235 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
235 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Washington Writers Academy 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 Washington Writers Academy is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤5%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Washington Writers Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
6-9%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington Writers Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Washington Writers Academy and the public school average student teacher ratio of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Washington Writers Academy and the percentage of Asian public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Hispanic
8%
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Washington Writers Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
61%
18%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Washington Writers Academy and the percentage of Black public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
16%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.58
This chart displays the diversity score of Washington Writers Academy and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Washington Writers Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington Writers Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Writers Academy's ranking?
Washington Writers Academy is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Washington Writers Academy often compared to?
Washington Writers Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Washington Writers Academy?
235 students attend Washington Writers Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Washington Writers Academy students are Black, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Writers Academy?
Washington Writers Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Writers Academy offer ?
Washington Writers Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Writers Academy part of?
Washington Writers Academy is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Writers Academy located?
Washington Writers Academy is located in the Edison neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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