Serving 223 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakland Elementary School 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakland Elementary School 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 Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#1247 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
62%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Elementary School is ranked #1247 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Oakland Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul A Schalm School, Oak Ridge 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?
223 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Oakland Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakland Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Elementary School part of?
Oakland Elementary School is part of Royal Oak Schools School District.
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