Oakridge Upper Elementary School

481 S Wolf Lake Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 445 students in grades 1-6, Oakridge Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 445 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Oakridge Upper Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
445 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Rankings

Oakridge Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Upper Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2383 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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16%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Oakridge Upper Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Oakridge Upper Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Oakridge Upper Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
12%
9%
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Black
3%
18%
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White
77%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.39
This chart displays the diversity score of Oakridge Upper Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Oakridge Upper Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oakridge Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is ranked #2383 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Upper Elementary School?
445 students attend Oakridge Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Oakridge Upper Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Upper Elementary School?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakridge Upper Elementary School offer ?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Oakridge Upper Elementary School part of?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is part of Oakridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakridge Upper Elementary School located?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is located in the Wolf Lake neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Wolf Lake.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 445 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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