Summary:
Whitmore Lake Elementary School is the sole elementary school in the Whitmore Lake Public School District, serving 401 students in grades K-6 in a suburban Michigan community.
This school stands out for its strong upper-grade performance and favorable learning environment. In the 2024-2025 school year, 5th and 6th graders significantly outperformed state averages in ELA, math, and social studies—for example, 5th grade ELA hit 61.9% proficiency versus the state's 44.4%, and 6th grade math reached 41.5% versus 31.5%. The school also benefits from a low student-teacher ratio of 11.9 and per-student spending of $19,841, both positive resource indicators. Chronic absenteeism sits at 23.0%, below the state average of 27.9%, suggesting good attendance. The district itself earns a 4-star rating and ranks in the 76th percentile statewide (153rd of 625 districts).
However, the most recent 2025-2026 data reveals a dramatic "5th grade math cliff." Proficiency in 5th grade math plunged from 45.2% the prior year to just 24.6%—now 7.6 points below the state average. This suggests either a curriculum issue or a challenging cohort. Meanwhile, 3rd and 4th grade math remain strong (50% and 43.1%, both above state averages), and 5th grade ELA holds at 45.6%. The school's own state ranking has trended upward over three years, from the 54th to the 71st percentile, though the most recent year dipped to the 54th percentile. For parents, this means the school offers excellent resources and historically strong upper-grade results, but current 5th graders may need extra math support. The K-6 configuration also appears to prepare students well for middle school transitions, given the past success in 6th grade.
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