Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Oakland Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland Academy's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakland Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Academy is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1425 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Academy's ranking?
Oakland Academy is ranked #1425 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Oakland Academy often compared to?
Oakland Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Moorsbridge Elementary School, Amberly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakland Academy?
171 students attend Oakland Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Oakland Academy students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Academy?
Oakland Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakland Academy offer ?
Oakland Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Oakland Academy part of?
Oakland Academy is part of Oakland Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Academy located?
Oakland Academy is located in the Crossroad Park neighborhood of Portage, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Crossroad Park.
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