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Wattles Park Elementary School

132 Wattles Rd S
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Wattles Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 383 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wattles Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Wattles Park Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Wattles Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wattles Park 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1027 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
50-54%
35%
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wattles Park Elementary School's ranking?
Wattles Park Elementary School is ranked #1027 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wattles Park Elementary School often compared to?
Wattles Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonoma Elementary School, Westlake Elementary School, East Leroy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wattles Park Elementary School?
383 students attend Wattles Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wattles Park Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wattles Park Elementary School?
Wattles Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wattles Park Elementary School offer ?
Wattles Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wattles Park Elementary School part of?
Wattles Park Elementary School is part of Harper Creek Community Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 383 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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