School Overview
Based on the information provided, here is a summary of the Developmental Classrooms located in Ludington, Michigan:

The Developmental Classrooms, operated by the West Shore Educational Service District (WSESD), are specialized educational environments designed to support students with unique learning needs. Located on West US Highway 10 in Ludington, these classrooms are part of a broader regional effort to provide tailored instruction and therapeutic support for children who require more intensive intervention than what is typically available in a standard general education setting. The program focuses on fostering developmental milestones, academic growth, and functional life skills in a structured, nurturing atmosphere.

As a component of the West Shore Educational Service District, this facility functions as an essential resource for families within the surrounding school districts. By utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies and a team of specialized staff, the Developmental Classrooms aim to maximize student potential and promote independence. The program emphasizes a collaborative approach, often working closely with parents and local school districts to ensure that each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) is met with high-quality, personalized attention.
117
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Developmental ClassroomsWSESD
Demographic Student Count
White91
Hispanic13
Black7
Asian1
Two or More4
American Indian1
  • White
    91 (77.8%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (11.1%)
  • Black
    7 (6.0%)
  • Two or More
    4 (3.4%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: West Shore Educational Service District
Phone: (231)898-1608
Website: http://www.wsesd.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 117
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 82
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 7
Grade 1 6
Grade 2 8
Grade 3 8
Grade 4 5
Grade 5 8
Grade 6 14
Grade 7 8
Grade 8 6
Grade 9 7
Grade 10 2
Grade 11 11
Grade 12 12
Ungraded 15

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Developmental ClassroomsWSESD
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten7
Grade 16
Grade 28
Grade 38
Grade 45
Grade 58
Grade 614
Grade 78
Grade 86
Grade 97
Grade 102
Grade 1111
Grade 1212
Ungraded15
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Developmental ClassroomsWSESD
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2823.9%
Male8976.1%