Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary Helen Guest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Helen Guest 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 Mary Helen Guest Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Helen Guest Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School is ranked #1078 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mary Helen Guest Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mary Helen Guest Elementary School?
337 students attend Mary Helen Guest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mary Helen Guest Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Helen Guest Elementary School?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mary Helen Guest Elementary School offer ?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Helen Guest Elementary School part of?
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
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