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Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy

248 9Th St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, United States

+1 (269) 926-2885

http://www.wellsacademy.com

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Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy Overview

About This School

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is a charter school middle in Benton Harbor, Michigan, serving 227 students in grades K-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency across core subjects, with 84% in ELA, 78% in math, and 81% in science. The school maintains a 16:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 13 teachers and a counselor for the student body. The student population is 52% female and 48% male. Demographically, the school is 97% Black and 2% Hispanic.

227

Total Students

K-8

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

13 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

charter school

Grade Levels

K-8

County

Berrien County

Students per Counselor

227:1

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 11.7:1

State Avg: 17.3:1

227

Students per Counselor

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

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City Avg: $46,689

State Avg: $68,685

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Students per Counselor227:1

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy Student Demographics

Student Body

48.46%

Male

51.54%

Female

Total Enrollment: 227 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.44%

Hispanic2.2%

Asian0%

Black97.36%

Two or More Races0%

Native American0%

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy

Q: What is Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?

A: Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is a middle charter school located in Benton Harbor.

Q: How many students attend Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?

A: Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy has approximately 227 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy

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About Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy - Benton Harbor, MI

Quick Facts about Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy
School Name	Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy
School Type	charter school
Grade Levels	K-8
Location	248 9Th St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, Benton Harbor, MI
County	Berrien County
Phone	+1 (269) 926-2885
Total Students	227
Student-Teacher Ratio	16:1
Full-Time Teachers	13
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy

What is Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is a middle charter school located in Benton Harbor.

How many students attend Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?

Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy has approximately 227 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is 16:1.

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