Serving 33 students in grades 7-12, Oakridge Fusion ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakridge Fusion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakridge Fusion's student population of 33 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
33 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakridge Fusion is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakridge Fusion?
The graduation rate of Oakridge Fusion is 21-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Oakridge Fusion?
33 students attend Oakridge Fusion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Oakridge Fusion students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Fusion?
Oakridge Fusion has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakridge Fusion offer ?
Oakridge Fusion offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Oakridge Fusion part of?
Oakridge Fusion is part of Oakridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakridge Fusion located?
Oakridge Fusion is located in the Wolf Lake neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Wolf Lake.
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