Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Ridge Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Ridge Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Oak Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Elementary School, Keller Elementary School, Oakland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School?
410 students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Oak Ridge Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Ridge Elementary School?
Oak Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Oak Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Ridge Elementary School part of?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is part of Royal Oak Schools School District.
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