Way Elementary School

765 W LONG LAKE RD
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48302

www.bloomfield.org/schools/way-elementary-schools

506 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Way Elementary School is a prominent public school located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, serving as part of the highly regarded Bloomfield Hills Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment, emphasizing a well-rounded education that focuses on both core curriculum and the social-emotional development of its students. By leveraging the resources of a top-tier district, Way Elementary benefits from dedicated faculty, modern facilities, and a strong emphasis on integrating technology and creative problem-solving into the daily classroom experience.

Beyond academics, the school prides itself on maintaining a strong sense of community and partnership with local families. Through its commitment to inclusivity and excellence, Way Elementary encourages students to become collaborative learners and responsible citizens. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare children for success in a global society, frequently providing enrichment opportunities that go beyond traditional instruction, ensuring that students are engaged, challenged, and prepared for the transition to middle school within the district.

506

Total Students

39.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

10.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Way Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	362
Hispanic	27
Black	37
Asian	53
Two or More	24
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

White
362 (71.5%)
Asian
53 (10.5%)
Black
37 (7.3%)
Hispanic
27 (5.3%)
Two or More
24 (4.7%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.4%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Bloomfield Hills Schools
Phone:	(248)341-7800
Website:	http://www.bloomfield.org/schools/way-elementary-schools
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	506
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	50
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 90

Grade 1 64

Grade 2 95

Grade 3 82

Grade 4 87

Grade 5 88