VERA WILSIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Vera Wilsie Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newaygo Public School District school district, located in NEWAYGO, MI with about 336 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Vera Wilsie Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Vera Wilsie Elementary School is located in Newaygo, Michigan, and serves as a foundational educational institution within the Newaygo Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its young students, emphasizing both academic development and the personal growth of every child. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to build a strong educational baseline that prepares students for their future academic endeavors while nurturing a sense of community.

As part of the broader Newaygo school system, the elementary school benefits from the district's commitment to modern educational practices and community involvement. The school focuses on creating a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop their social skills, critical thinking, and character alongside their core studies. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for childhood development, supported by district-wide resources that promote ongoing success and student achievement.

For more information, contact Vera Wilsie Elementary School at (231) 652-6371 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

140 MAIN ST
NEWAYGO, MI 49337-8865
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VERA WILSIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in NEWAYGO, MI with about 336 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
336
Teachers:
20.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 336 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending VERA WILSIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
81.3%
Hispanic/Latino
11.0%
Two or more races
5.4%
Black or African American
1.2%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.